How to get to Saarbrücken from Hanover

Mon 02 Nov
+ Add return
Travel by train, coach, flight with
Deutsche Bahn
FlixBus
Danish Air Transport
National Express
Avanti West Coast
1,000+ more
Deutsche Bahn
FlixBus
Danish Air Transport
National Express
Avanti West Coast
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Hanover to Saarbrücken

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Saarbrücken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a flight costs an average of £170.

Distance: 399 km

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Coach
Flight
Driving

£89

Average Price

£36

Average Price

Cheapest

£170

Average Price

£68

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 34m

Average total duration

5h 4m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

9h 3m

Average total duration

8h 33m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

3h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 35m

Onboard

+

2h 0m

Additional time*

5h 34m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Danish Air Transport

Most popular airline

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Compare ways to travel from Hanover to Saarbrücken

Compare the available ways to get from Hanover to Saarbrücken, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Hanover to Saarbrücken is a coach with an average price of £36.

This is compared to other travel options from Hanover to Saarbrücken:

A coach is £54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Saarbrücken costing on average £89.

A coach is £135 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Saarbrücken costing on average £170.

The fastest way to travel from Hanover to Saarbrücken is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Saarbrücken take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 34m.

Coach takes on average 9h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hanover and Saarbrücken including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 30m sooner (5h 4m by train vs 5h 34m by car). Tickets start at around £89 compared to roughly £68 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Travel options
from Hanover to Saarbrücken

How to get to Saarbrücken from Hanover by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Hanover to Saarbrücken is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    0 changes

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBus
    0 changes
  • FlixBus
    0 changes
  • FlixBus
    0 changes

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, coaches, flights and ferries

Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Train
Coach

Best day trips from Saarbrücken by train

The most popular day trips by train from Saarbrücken are Metz, Trier, Strasbourg, Kaiserslautern and Mannheim. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Saarbrücken on Omio.

A view of Metz

Day trip from Saarbrücken to Metz by train

Why visit Metz for the day?

Metz is known for its golden-stone streets, Saint-Étienne Cathedral and a heritage shaped by both France and Germany. The compact centre, riverbanks and Centre Pompidou-Metz give the city a calm, cultured feel.

A view of Trier

Day trip from Saarbrücken to Trier by train

Why visit Trier for the day?

Trier is Germany’s oldest city, known for its well-preserved Roman monuments and relaxed Moselle setting. Ancient gates and baths sit beside churches, squares and wine culture, giving the city a historic yet easy-going feel.

A view of Kaiserslautern

Day trip from Saarbrücken to Kaiserslautern by train

Why visit Kaiserslautern for the day?

Kaiserslautern is known for football, its university and its links to the US military community. Set beside the Palatinate Forest, it combines a practical city centre with parks, museums and an easy-going feel.

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Hanover to Saarbrücken

Travel to Saarbrücken easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hanover to Saarbrücken.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Hanover and Saarbrücken including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hanover to Saarbrücken is a coach with an average price of £36.

This is compared to other travel options from Hanover to Saarbrücken:

A coach is £54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Saarbrücken costing on average £89.

A coach is £135 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Saarbrücken costing on average £170.

The fastest way to travel from Hanover to Saarbrücken is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Saarbrücken take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 34m.

Coach takes on average 9h 3m.

The Hanover to Saarbrücken distance is approximately 399 km.
The average frequency per day from Hanover to Saarbrücken is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 3 coaches per day.
  • Around 1 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hanover and Saarbrücken as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hanover to Saarbrücken:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Saarbrücken Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Hanover Hbf and arrive in Saarbrücken Hbf.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Hanover Central Station and arrive in Saarbrücken.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hanover to Saarbrücken, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Danish Air Transport to go to Saarbrücken by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Saarbrücken by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Saarbrücken by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Hanover to Saarbrücken:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Danish Air Transport.
Omio customers who travel from Hanover to Saarbrücken often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Luxembourg, Berlin, Palma, Frankfurt am Main. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Saarbrücken and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Hanover to Saarbrücken, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Saarbrücken, you can explore the historical Saarbrücken Castle, enjoy the diverse wildlife at Saarbrücker Zoo, and visit the Völklinger Hütte, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Relax at Saarland Therme or enjoy the lively atmosphere of St. Johanner Markt. Don't miss the stunning Ludwigskirche, the art collections at Saarland Museum, and the serene Deutsch-Französischer Garten. The Basilica of St. John the Baptist is also worth visiting for its impressive architecture.
A two to three-day visit is typically sufficient to explore Saarbrücken's main attractions, including the Saarbrücken Castle, Ludwigskirche, and the Saarland Museum, as well as to enjoy the local cuisine and culture.

Travelling from Hanover to Saarbrücken: related information

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

HomeTravelTravel to GermanyTravel to SaarbrückenHow to get to Saarbrücken from Hanover

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone