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Trip Summary
There are 41 daily trains from Hanover to Westerstede. Traveling by train from Hanover to Westerstede usually takes around 3 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest DB Intercity train can make the trip in 2 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 97 mi (156 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 5m |
| Lowest price | $33.59 |
| Trains per day | 16 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Hanover to Westerstede?
There are 4 train lines with service from Hanover to Westerstede. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 37 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 2h 6m | $55.42 |
| DB Intercity-Express | 6 | 3h 34m | $36.90 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 37 | 3h 16m | $48.38 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 4 | 4h 51m | $40.95 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
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 Hanover to Westerstede start from $37, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Westerstede. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Hanover leaves from Hannover-Vinnhorst and 3 other stations. And in Westerstede trains arrive at Westerstede-Ocholt .
From Hanover to Westerstede train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 51 minutes. If you are looking to get to Westerstede faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Hanover to Westerstede. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Hanover at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 41 scheduled trains on most days. 16 of these are direct connections to Westerstede. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Westerstede 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-Vinnhorst
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 11 stops and stations in Hanover where you can board the train.
All train stations in Hanover:
Hannover-Vinnhorst
Hannover-Kleefeld
Hannover Bismarckstr.
Hannover Train Station
Hannover Anderten-Misburg
Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee
Hannover-Leinhausen
Hannover-Ledeburg
Hannover-Nordstadt
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof
Hannover-Bornum
Where is the train station in Westerstede?
Main arrival station: Westerstede-Ocholt
Westerstede has one train station.
Train stations in Westerstede:
Westerstede-Ocholt
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