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Trip Summary
You can pick from 91 daily train trips between Wels and Hanover. The average train journey from Wels to Hanover takes 7 hours and 23 minutes, but some DB Intercity-Express train trips are as short as 5 hours and 59 minutes.
| Distance | 348 mi (559 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 59m |
| Lowest price | $190.04 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Wels to Hanover?
There are 3 train lines with service from Wels to Hanover. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 64 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 5 | 6h 1m | $220.52 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 64 | 7h 29m | $189.52 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 22 | 7h 44m | $178.78 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Wels to Hanover start from $163, and on average cost . Daily there are 22 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Hanover. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Wels leaves from Central Station . And in Hanover trains arrive at Hannover Hbf and 10 other train stations.
From Wels to Hanover train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 44 minutes. If you are looking to get to Hanover faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 59 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Wels and Hanover is approximately 348 miles, or 559 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 23 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 59 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Wels to Hanover are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Wels at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 91 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Wels to Hanover. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Hanover to Wels.
City Information
Hanover
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Situated on the River Leine, Hanover is the largest city in the German state of Lower Saxony. This historic city is now an important commercial center and home to a large university, the Leibniz University Hanover.
Aside from industry, Hanover is known for being a hub for festivals in Germany. The city is always celebrating something, but two of the biggest events are the hugely popular Oktoberfest Hanover and the Hanover Schutzenfest, a target shooting competition.
Even if you skip the revelry at these festivals, Hanover offers a rich cultural experience in its world-class museums, theaters, and galleries. One of Hanover's cultural centerpieces is the Hanover Opera House. Built in 1852, this impressive building hosts opera performances during opera season, from September to June.
Like most of Germany, Hanover is extremely accessible thanks to robust transport options. Hanover Airport is served by many major airlines, while the train station has many connections from various destinations across the country. Plus, intercity bus service on BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, FlixBus, and more connects Hanover to other German cities, including Dresden, Cologne, Hamburg, and more.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Wels?
Main departure station: Central Station
There is one train station in Wels.
All train stations in Wels:
Central Station
Where is the train station in Hanover?
Main arrival station: Hannover-Vinnhorst
There are more train stations and stops in Hanover than most cities. Most trains from Wels will stop at one (or more) of the 11 following stations in Hanover:
Train stations in Hanover:
Hannover-Vinnhorst
Hannover Train Station
Hannover-Bornum
Hannover-Kleefeld
Hannover-Leinhausen
Hannover Bismarckstr.
Hannover-Ledeburg
Hannover-Nordstadt
Hannover Anderten-Misburg
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof
Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee
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