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

The cheapest way to get from Hanover to Esens is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hanover to Esens is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Hanover and Esens?

No, there is no direct bus from Hanover station to Esens. However, there are services departing from Hanover central bus station and arriving at Esens ZOB Herdetor via Bremen Hauptbahnhof Fernbusterminal and Bensersiel Anleger. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Hanover and Esens?

No, there is no direct train from Hanover to Esens. However, there are services departing from Hannover Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Esens via Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf and Sande(Kr Friesland). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Hanover to Esens?

The distance between Hanover and Esens is 245 km. The road distance is 228.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Hanover to Esens without a car is to train via Oldenburg which takes 4h 2m and costs €75 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Hanover to Esens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hanover to Esens bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hanover to Esens train from?

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

Train or bus from Hanover to Esens?

The best way to get from Hanover to Esens is to train via Oldenburg which takes 4h 2m and costs €75 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Hanover to Esens bus arrive?

Hanover to Esens bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bremen Fernbusterminal station.

Where does the Hanover to Esens train arrive?

Hanover to Esens train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf station.

Can I drive from Hanover to Esens?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanover to Esens is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Hanover to Esens.

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

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Where can I stay near Esens?

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Hanover to Esens - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Hanover to Esens 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 via Oldenburg
best
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbftrain 56 / ...
2. Take the train from Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf to Sande(Kr Friesland)train Rs3
3. Take the train from Sande(Kr Friesland) to Esenstrain
4h 2m
€78–102
Drive 228.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hanover to Esenscar 228.7 km
2h 44m
€32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Bremen Fernbusterminalbus 060 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bremen Hauptbahnhof Fernbusterminal to Bensersiel Anlegerbus F20
5h 32m
Train
1. Take the train from Hannover Bahnhof Linden/Fischerhof to Leer(Ostfriesl)train 56
5h 47m
€45–50

Hanover to Esens by train

117Weekly Trains

4h 2mAverage Duration

€78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 244.9 km
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Esens via Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf and Sande(Kr Friesland) in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hanover central bus station to Esens ZOB Herdetor via Bremen Fernbusterminal, Bremen Hauptbahnhof Fernbusterminal, and Bensersiel Anleger in around 5h 32m.

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