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

The cheapest way to get from Hanover to Altena is to bus which costs €18 - €29 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hanover to Altena is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Hanover and Altena?

No, there is no direct bus from Hanover to Altena. However, there are services departing from Hannover Hbf and arriving at Altena, Post via Dortmund Hbf and Iserl., Letmathe Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Hanover and Altena?

No, there is no direct train from Hanover to Altena. However, there are services departing from Hannover Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Altena(Westf) via Hagen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Hanover to Altena?

The distance between Hanover and Altena is 253 km. The road distance is 233.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Hanover to Altena without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs €50 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Hanover to Altena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hanover to Altena bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hanover to Altena train from?

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

Train or bus from Hanover to Altena?

The best way to get from Hanover to Altena is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs €50 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €29 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Hanover to Altena bus arrive?

Hanover to Altena bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, arrive at Dortmund , Busbahnof Steinstr station.

Where does the Hanover to Altena train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hanover to Altena?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanover to Altena is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Hanover to Altena.

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

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Where can I stay near Altena?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Hanover to Altena 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 Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Hagen Hbftrain 19 / ...
2h 52m
€51–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hannover Hbf to Dortmund , Busbahnof Steinstrbus Dnipro
2. Take the bus from Dortmund Hbf to Iserl., Letmathe Bfbus Re34
4h 4m
€19–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Dortmund central bus stationbus N1361 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Altena, Bahnhoftrain Ic34 / ...
3h 52m
€25–49
Drive 233.5 km
1. Drive from Hanover to Altenacar 233.5 km
2h 12m
€33–48
Train via Dortmund Hbf
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Dortmund Hbftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Altena, Bahnhoftrain Ic34 / ...
3h 14m
€50–113

Hanover to Altena by train

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2h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 252.8 km
Duration: 2h 52m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Hagen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €40–100 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hannover Hbf to Altena, Post via Dortmund , Busbahnof Steinstr, Dortmund Hbf, and Iserl., Letmathe Bf in around 4h 4m.

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