The average train between Hanover and Essen takes 2h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. There is an hourly train service from Hanover to Essen. 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 Hanover and Essen. The earliest departure is at 2:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Hanover is at 9:31 PM which arrives into Essen at 11:35 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hanover station and arriving at Essen station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 9m.
Hanover to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hannover Hbf station.
Hanover to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Hanover to Essen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Hanover and Essen is 212.5 km. The road distance is 240 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hbf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €45–110 and the journey takes 2h 6m.