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Hildesheim - Hanover Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

8 trains operate daily from Hildesheim to Hanover. The train trip from Hildesheim to Hanover is usually about 57 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 31 minutes.

Distance18 mi (29 km)
Fastest train0h 31m
Lowest price€5.95
Trains per day20
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines3

Which train should you take from Hildesheim to Hanover?

There are 3 train lines with service from Hildesheim to Hanover. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 7 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn70h 53m€5.95
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company51h 3m€5.95
Non-federally owned railway company20h 52m€5.95
  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Hildesheim to Hanover start from €6, 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 Hildesheim leaves from Hildesheim Ost and one other station. And in Hanover trains arrive at Hannover Anderten-Misburg and 2 other train stations.

    From Hildesheim to Hanover train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 3 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 0 hours and 31 minutes.

    If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 56 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Hanover.

  • Non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Hildesheim to Hanover start from €6, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Non-federally owned railway company schedules to Hanover. Non-federally owned railway company in Hildesheim leaves from Hildesheim Ost . And in Hanover trains arrive at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee and one other train station.

    From Hildesheim to Hanover train travel on Non-federally owned railway company takes 0 hours and 52 minutes. If you are looking to get to Hanover faster, Non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 31 minutes.

    If you're considering a weeked trip, Non-federally owned railway company offers 4 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Hanover.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Hildesheim and Hanover is approximately 18 miles, or 29 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 57 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 31 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Hanover.

Trains from Hildesheim to Hanover are the most crowded on Sunday. 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 Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Hildesheim at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 8 scheduled trains on most days. 20 of these are direct connections to Hanover. 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 Hanover to Hildesheim.

City Information

Hanover

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Hanover - DEHNR-1

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Hanover - DEHNR-2

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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 Hildesheim?

Main departure station: Train Station

There are two stations in Hildesheim where you can board the train to Hanover.

All train stations in Hildesheim:

  • Train Station

  • Hildesheim Ost

Where is the train station in Hanover?

Main arrival station: Hannover Anderten-Misburg

There are more train stations and stops in Hanover than most cities. Most trains from Hildesheim will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Hanover:

Train stations in Hanover:

  • Hannover Anderten-Misburg

  • Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee

  • Hannover-Vinnhorst

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