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Trip Summary
There are 2 daily trains from Hanover to Essen. Traveling by train from Hanover to Essen usually takes around 2 hours and 25 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 132 mi (213 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 25m |
| Lowest price | £4.26 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | FlixTrain |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Hanover to Essen?
FlixTrain is the one and only train line which connects Hanover to Essen. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixTrain | 2 | 2h 26m | £11.06 |
Part of the FlixBus family, FlixTrain launched in 2018 to offer affordable and sustainable train travel in Germany. Its trains provide Wi-Fi, power outlets, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and access to an entertainment portal full of movies, games, and music. In addition, each passenger gets a guaranteed seat, so you don't have to worry about standing in any aisles. FlixTrain operates 2 daily trips to Essen from Hanover. The train usually departs from Hannover Train Station in Hanover and arrives at Essen Hbf in Essen after about 2 hours and 26 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Hanover to Essen tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. 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 Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Hanover at 10:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Hanover twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Essen with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Essen 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 centre 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, theatres, and galleries. One of Hanover's cultural centrepieces 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 coach 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 Train Station
There is one train station in Hanover.
All train stations in Hanover:
Hannover Train Station
Where is the train station in Essen?
Main arrival station: Essen Hbf
Essen has one train station.
Train stations in Essen:
Essen Hbf
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