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Trip Summary
31 trains operate daily from Hanover to Castrop-Rauxel. The train trip from Hanover to Castrop-Rauxel is usually about 4 hours and 17 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 42 minutes.
| Distance | 117 mi (189 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 42m |
| Lowest price | $27.12 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Hanover to Castrop-Rauxel?
2 train services operate from Hanover to Castrop-Rauxel. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 14 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 14 | 3h 47m | $40.48 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 17 | 6h 59m | $29.01 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Hanover to Castrop-Rauxel start from $27, and on average cost . Daily there are 17 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Castrop-Rauxel. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Hanover leaves from Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee and 4 other stations. And in Castrop-Rauxel trains arrive at Castrop-Rauxel-Merklinde .
From Hanover to Castrop-Rauxel train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 6 hours and 59 minutes. If you are looking to get to Castrop-Rauxel faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 42 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Hanover to Castrop-Rauxel. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Wednesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Hanover at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 31 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 Castrop-Rauxel 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 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 Hanover?
Main departure station: Hannover Anderten-Misburg
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 5 stops and stations in Hanover where you can board the train.
All train stations in Hanover:
Hannover Anderten-Misburg
Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee
Hannover-Bornum
Hannover-Ledeburg
Hannover-Vinnhorst
Where is the train station in Castrop-Rauxel?
Main arrival station: Castrop-Rauxel-Merklinde
Castrop-Rauxel has one train station.
All train stations in Castrop-Rauxel:
Castrop-Rauxel-Merklinde
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