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

The cheapest way to get from Hanover to Aachen is to rideshare which costs €20 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hanover to Aachen is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Hanover and Aachen?

No, there is no direct bus from Hanover to Aachen. However, there are services departing from Hannover Hbf and arriving at Aachen - 58, Peterstraße via Südviertel, Essen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Hanover and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hannover Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Aachen, Hbf. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Hanover to Aachen?

The distance between Hanover and Aachen is 365 km. The road distance is 354.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Hanover to Aachen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 36m and costs €65 - €300.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Hanover to Aachen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hanover to Aachen bus from?

Hanover to Aachen bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, depart from Hannover Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Hanover to Aachen train from?

Hanover to Aachen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Hanover to Aachen?

The best way to get from Hanover to Aachen is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 36m and costs €65 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus via Essen, which costs and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Hanover to Aachen bus arrive?

Hanover to Aachen bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Hanover to Aachen train arrive?

Hanover to Aachen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Hanover to Aachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanover to Aachen is 354 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Hanover to Aachen.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Aachen?

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Can I share a ride from Hanover to Aachen?

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

Hanover to Aachen - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

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Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Aachen, Hbftrain 79 / ...
3h 36m
€65–296
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Hanover to Aachenrideshare 355.3 km
4h 23m
€20
Bus via Essen
1. Take the bus from Hannover Hbf to Essen Hbfbus Dnipro
2. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Aachen - 58, Peterstraßebus Mykolayiv
4h 15m
Drive 354.3 km
1. Drive from Hanover to Aachencar 354.3 km
3h 1m
€51–73
Fly, train
1. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane HAJ - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Aachen Westtrain
6h 42m
Train
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Aachen, Hbftrain 14 / ...
3h 56m
€65–300
Train via Hamm
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Hammtrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamm(Westf)Hbf to Aachen Hbftrain Re
4h 31m
€48–320
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Cologne Airport CGNbus N3217 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Aachen station westbus 068 / ...
7h 20m
€33–56

Hanover to Aachen by train

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Distance: 364.5 km
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Aachen, Hbf via Köln Hbf in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hannover Hbf to Aachen - 58, Peterstraße via Essen Hbf and Südviertel, Essen in around 4h 15m.

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