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Trip Overview

The average train between Hanover and Essen Hbf takes 2h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Hanover to Essen Hbf. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 11m
Duration
240 km
Distance
€40
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Hanover to Essen Hbf train times

Trains run hourly between Hanover and Essen Hbf. The earliest departure is at 2:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Hanover is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Essen Hbf at 12:58 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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    train train 2h 25m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 2h 28m • Direct
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    train train 2h 17m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 28m • Direct
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    train train 2h 17m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 28m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 28m • Direct
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    train train 2h 17m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 2h 47m • Direct
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    train train 2h 17m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 2h 47m • Direct
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    train train 2h 17m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hanover to Essen Hbf? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Hanover to Essen Hbf.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 239.9 km
  • Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Hanover, Germany and Essen Hbf, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €35–75 and the journey takes 2h 6m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route 3 times a day.

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