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Trip Summary
There are usually 43 daily train trips available from Hanover to Erkrath. Traveling by train from Hanover to Erkrath usually takes 4 hours and 12 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 3 hours and 27 minutes.
| Distance | 145 mi (233 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 27m |
| Lowest price | $31.49 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Hanover to Erkrath?
2 train services operate from Hanover to Erkrath. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 26 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 26 | 4h 2m | $48.29 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 34 | 4h 17m | $52.26 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Hanover to Erkrath start from $31, and on average cost . Daily there are 34 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Erkrath. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Hanover leaves from Hannover Anderten-Misburg . And in Erkrath trains arrive at Erkrath-Nord and one other train station.
From Hanover to Erkrath train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 17 minutes. If you are looking to get to Erkrath faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 27 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Hanover and Erkrath is approximately 145 miles, or 233 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 12 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 27 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Hanover to Erkrath tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. 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 Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
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 43 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 Erkrath 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
There is one train station in Hanover.
All train stations in Hanover:
Hannover Anderten-Misburg
Where is the train station in Erkrath?
Main arrival station: Erkrath-Nord
Erkrath receives travelers from Hanover at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Erkrath:
Erkrath-Nord
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