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 - €29 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elmshorn to Hanover is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs €26 - €40.

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 Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Elmshorn to Hanover?

The distance between Elmshorn and Hanover is 211 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 train which takes 2h 3m and costs €35 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m 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 Regio (DB Regional), depart from Elmshorn station.

Train or bus from Elmshorn to Hanover?

The best way to get from Elmshorn to Hanover is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €35 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €29 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Elmshorn to Hanover train arrive?

Elmshorn to Hanover train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Hamburg Hbf 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 - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Elmshorn to Hanover by train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Elmshorn to Hamburg Hbftrain Re70 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 25 / ...
2h 3m
€37–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Hanover central bus stationbus 182 / ...
3h 32m
€18–29
Drive 186.4 km
1. Drive from Elmshorn to Hanovercar 186.4 km
1h 52m
€27–39

Elmshorn to Hanover by train

373Weekly Trains

2h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 210.5 km
Duration: 2h 3m

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

You can take a train from Elmshorn to Hannover Hauptbahnhof via Hamburg Hbf in around 2h 3m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Hanover central bus station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €11–19 and the journey takes 2h.

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