The average train between Hanover and Gotha takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Hanover to Gotha. 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 Gotha. The earliest departure is at 2:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Hanover is at 9:54 PM which arrives into Gotha at 11:53 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hanover to Gotha. However, there are services departing from Hanover station and arriving at Gotha station via Göttingen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Hanover to Gotha train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hannover Hbf station.
Hanover to Gotha train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Gotha station.
Book your Hanover to Gotha train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Hanover and Gotha is 171.7 km. The road distance is 215 km.
You can take a train from Hannover Hbf to Gotha via Göttingen in around 2h 45m.