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Trip Summary
You can pick from 20 daily train trips between Minden and Hanover. The average train journey from Minden to Hanover takes 59 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 42 minutes.
| Distance | 36 mi (58 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 42m |
| Lowest price | €14.48 |
| Trains per day | 100 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Minden to Hanover?
There are 3 train lines with service from Minden to Hanover. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 20 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 3 | 1h 4m | €14.48 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 20 | 0h 59m | €17.57 |
| Non-federally owned railway company | 3 | 1h 8m | €14.48 |
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.
Non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Minden to Hanover start from €14, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Non-federally owned railway company schedules to Hanover. Non-federally owned railway company in Minden leaves from Train Station . And in Hanover trains arrive at Hannover Bismarckstr. and 3 other train stations.
From Minden to Hanover train travel on Non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 8 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 42 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Minden 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 Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Minden at 01:00 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 20 scheduled trains on most days. 100 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 Minden.
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 Minden?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Minden.
All train stations in Minden:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Hanover?
Main arrival station: Hannover-Bornum
There are more train stations and stops in Hanover than most cities. Most trains from Minden will stop at one (or more) of the 10 following stations in Hanover:
Train stations in Hanover:
Hannover-Bornum
Hannover-Nordstadt
Hannover Bismarckstr.
Hannover-Leinhausen
Hannover-Vinnhorst
Hannover-Ledeburg
Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee
Hannover-Kleefeld
Hannover Anderten-Misburg
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof
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