What is the cheapest way to get from Elmshorn to Hanover?

The cheapest way to get from Elmshorn to Hanover is to bus which costs €17 - €35 and takes 3h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elmshorn to Hanover?

The fastest way to get from Elmshorn to Hanover is to drive and car train which takes 1h 26m and costs €90 - €120.

Is there a direct train between Elmshorn and Hanover?

No, there is no direct train from Elmshorn to Hanover. However, there are services departing from Elmshorn and arriving at Hannover Hauptbahnhof via Hamburg Dammtor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Elmshorn to Hanover?

The distance between Elmshorn and Hanover is 202 km. The road distance is 186.4 km.

How do I travel from Elmshorn to Hanover without a car?

The best way to get from Elmshorn to Hanover without a car is to bus which takes 3h 33m and costs €17 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Elmshorn to Hanover?

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Elmshorn to Hanover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elmshorn to Hanover train from?

Elmshorn to Hanover train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hamburg Hbf station.

Train or bus from Elmshorn to Hanover?

The best way to get from Elmshorn to Hanover is to bus which takes 3h 33m and costs €17 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €75 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Elmshorn to Hanover train arrive?

Elmshorn to Hanover train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Elmshorn to Hanover?

Yes, the driving distance between Elmshorn to Hanover is 186 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Elmshorn to Hanover.

How do I get a train ticket from Elmshorn to Hanover?

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Where can I stay near Hanover?

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Elmshorn to Hanover - 5 ways to travel via train, car, car train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Elmshorn to Hanover by car, car train, bus, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, car train
best
1. Drive from Elmshorn to Hamburg Altonacar
2. Take the car train from Hamburg Altona to Hannover Hbfcartrain 1393
1h 26m
€95–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Hanover central bus stationbus 182 / ...
3h 33m
€17–32
Drive 186.4 km
1. Drive from Elmshorn to Hanovercar 186.4 km
1h 52m
€27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Elmshorn to Hamburg Dammtortrain Re70 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Dammtor to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 25 / ...
2h 22m
€49–73
Train via Hamburg
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 20 / ...
2h 48m
€19–73

Elmshorn to Hanover by train, foot, and bus

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3h 33mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 202.4 km
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between Elmshorn, Germany and Hanover, Germany?

FlixBus operates a bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Hanover central bus station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €8–19 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Elmshorn to Hannover Hauptbahnhof via Hamburg Dammtor in around 2h 22m.

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