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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Essen to Hanover?
There are usually 4 daily bus trips from Essen to Hanover.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price€16.45 | Avg. Price€15.51 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips4 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration3h 49m | Duration2h 37m |
Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Essen and Hanover. The average train journey from Essen to Hanover takes 2 hours and 37 minutes, but some FlixTrain train trips are as short as 2 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 132 mi (213 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 30m |
| Lowest price | €5.89 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | FlixTrain |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Hanover?
FlixTrain is the one and only train line which connects Essen to Hanover. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixTrain | 2 | 2h 37m | €13.05 |
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 Hanover from Essen. The train usually departs from Essen Hbf in Essen and arrives at Hannover Train Station in Hanover after about 2 hours and 37 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Essen to Hanover
Trains from Essen to Hanover are the most crowded on Saturday. 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 Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Essen at 07:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 09:00. 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 Essen twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Hanover 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 Hanover to Essen.
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 Essen?
Main departure station: Essen Hbf
There is one train station in Essen.
All train stations in Essen:
Essen Hbf
Where is the train station in Hanover?
Main arrival station: Hannover Train Station
Hanover has one train station.
Train stations in Hanover:
Hannover Train Station
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