- Distance: 239.9 km
- Duration: 2h 10m
The average train between Essen and Hanover takes 2h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Essen to Hanover. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Essen and Hanover. The earliest departure is at 12:22 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Hanover at 12:20 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Hannover Hauptbahnhof station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 11m.
Essen to Hanover train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Hanover train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.
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The distance between Essen and Hanover is 212.5 km. The road distance is 247 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €40–90 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Two other operators also service this route.
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