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Trip Summary
You can pick from 79 daily train trips between Hanover and Heidenheim. The average train journey from Hanover to Heidenheim takes 6 hours and 43 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 5 hours and 18 minutes.
| Distance | 255 mi (411 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 18m |
| Lowest price | €25.29 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Hanover to Heidenheim?
Deutsche Bahn is the one and only train line which connects Hanover to Heidenheim. However, there are 79 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 79 | 6h 43m | €64.96 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Hanover and Heidenheim is approximately 255 miles, or 411 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 43 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 18 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 departing from Hanover to Heidenheim tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Hanover at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 79 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Heidenheim to Hanover.
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 Hanover?
Main departure station: Hannover-Bornum
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 6 stops and stations in Hanover where you can board the train.
All train stations in Hanover:
Hannover-Bornum
Hannover-Leinhausen
Hannover Anderten-Misburg
Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee
Hannover-Ledeburg
Hannover-Vinnhorst
Where is the train station in Heidenheim?
Main arrival station: Heidenheim-Schnaitheim
There are more train stations and stops in Heidenheim than most cities. Most trains from Hanover will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Heidenheim:
Train stations in Heidenheim:
Heidenheim-Schnaitheim
Heidenheim-Mergelstetten
Heidenheim Voithwerk
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