The average train between Hanover and Gera takes 3h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Hanover to Gera. 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 every 3 hours between Hanover and Gera. The earliest departure is at 2:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Hanover is at 8:27 PM which arrives into Gera at 12:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hanover to Gera. However, there are services departing from Hanover station and arriving at Gera station via Göttingen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.
Hanover to Gera train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hannover Hbf station.
Hanover to Gera train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Gera Hbf station.
Book your Hanover to Gera train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Hanover and Gera is 231.8 km. The road distance is 331 km.
You can take a train from Hannover Hbf to Gera Hbf via Göttingen in around 4h 18m.