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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Hanover is to rideshare which costs €11 - €26 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Hanover is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs €26 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Hanover?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Hanover central bus station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Hanover?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Hannover Hauptbahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Essen to Hanover?

The distance between Essen and Hanover is 240 km. The road distance is 247.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Hanover without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs €26 - €70.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhof takes 2h 6m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Essen to Hanover bus from?

Essen to Hanover bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Hanover train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Essen to Hanover?

The best way to get from Essen to Hanover is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs €26 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €21 and takes 3h 30m, you could also fly, which costs €130 - €330 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Essen to Hanover bus arrive?

Essen to Hanover bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hanover central bus station.

Where does the Essen to Hanover train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Hanover?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Hanover is 247 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Essen to Hanover.

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

Book your Essen to Hanover train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Hanover?

Book your Essen to Hanover bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Hanover?

There are 1400+ hotels available in Hanover.

Can I share a ride from Essen to Hanover?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Essen and Hanover. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Essen to Hanover - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Hanover by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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 Essen Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhof10 / ...
2h 6m
€26–70
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Essen to Hanover248.2 km
2h 49m
€11–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Hanover central bus stationN3204 / ...
3h 30m
€12–21
Drive 247.2 km
1. Drive from Essen to Hanover247.2 km
2h 10m
€35–50
Fly
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)DUS - HAJ
5h 15m
€130–324

Essen to Hanover by train

182Weekly Trains

2h 6mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 239.7 km
Duration: 2h 6m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €26–70 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Hanover central bus station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €12–21 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Grandes Tour also services this route 3 times a week.

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