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Trip Summary
18 trains operate daily from Osnabrück to Hanover. The train trip from Osnabrück to Hanover is usually about 3 hours and 34 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 71 mi (115 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 25m |
| Lowest price | US$26.81 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Osnabrück to Hanover?
There are 3 train lines with service from Osnabrück to Hanover. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 13 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 7h 6m | US$32.07 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 13 | 3h 29m | US$32.69 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 5 | 3h 18m | US$38.74 |
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 Osnabrück to Hanover start from US$27, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Hanover. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Osnabrück leaves from Osnabrück-Sutthausen . And in Hanover trains arrive at Hannover-Leinhausen and 2 other train stations.
From Osnabrück to Hanover train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 18 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 2 hours and 25 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Osnabrück to Hanover 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 Osnabrück at 19:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. 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 18 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 Hanover to Osnabrück.
City Information
Osnabrück
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One of the largest cities in the state of Lower Saxony, Osnabrück is an industrial city home to numerous automobile, paper, and steel companies. The city's pride is the Altstadt quarter, which has been meticulously reconstructed after suffering catastrophic damage during WWII. As a result, the quarter features many medieval buildings that retain their original splendour. The most notable is the Historic City Hall, featuring impressive Gothic architecture situated in a charming square. Also check out the historic St. Peter's Cathedral, a late-Romanesque cathedral founded in the 11th century.
For a focus on more natural splendor, the Botanischer Garten der Universität Osnabrück is a great place to start. Explore the garden's landscaped paths and glasshouse for palms until dinnertime. Then seek out some local specialties at Göttinger feldkieker, Ammerländer Schinken, or Lüneburger Heidschnucke.
Osnabrück offers tons of travel options, so it's easy to include a quick stop in the city during a tour of Germany. Nearby cities, including Bremen and Hanover are accessible on intercity coaches. Several train lines, including Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain, also offer service throughout Germany, plus routes to farther destinations in Europe.
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 Osnabrück?
Main departure station: Osnabrück-Sutthausen
There is one train station in Osnabrück.
All train stations in Osnabrück:
Osnabrück-Sutthausen
Where is the train station in Hanover?
Main arrival station: Hannover-Ledeburg
There are more train stations and stops in Hanover than most cities. Most trains from Osnabrück will stop at one (or more) of the 5 following stations in Hanover:
Train stations in Hanover:
Hannover-Ledeburg
Hannover-Vinnhorst
Hannover Anderten-Misburg
Hannover-Leinhausen
Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee
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