Essen to Hanover by train

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Overview: trains from Essen to Hanover

Find the key information for travelling by train from Essen to Hanover, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:04 View journey
Last train 22:00 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 4m View journey
Distance (km) 214
Trains / day 65 View all
Cheapest journey US$33.00 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 13m
Train operators 7

Travelling from Essen to Hanover by train

Want to know how to get from Essen to Hanover by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Essen to Hanover take around 2 hours and 4 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 214 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Essen is scheduled to depart at around  00:04. The last departure is usually at around 22:00 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Essen at around 00:04, with the last train leaving at around 22:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 65 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 2 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$33.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Hanover, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Hanover.

Is there a direct train from Essen to Hanover?

Yes, there is a direct train from Essen to Hanover.

How long does it take to travel from Essen to Hanover?

The Essen to Hanover train travel takes about 2 hours and 4 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Essen to Hanover train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Hanover leaving Essen at around 00:04 and the last train leaving at around 22:00 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Essen at around 00:04, with the final departure at 22:00.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.