The average train between Hanover and Varel takes 2h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Hanover to Varel. 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 2 hours between Hanover and Varel. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hanover is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Varel at 11:59 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hanover to Varel. However, there are services departing from Hanover station and arriving at Varel station via Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.
Hanover to Varel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hannover Hbf station.
Hanover to Varel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf station.
Book your Hanover to Varel train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), NordWestBahn and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Hanover and Varel is 156.4 km. The road distance is 196 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hbf to Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €30–75 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) also services this route hourly.