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

The cheapest way to get from Hanover to Essen Hbf is to rideshare which costs €12 - €15 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hanover to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs €30 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Hanover and Essen Hbf?

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

Is there a direct train between Hanover and Essen Hbf?

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

How far is it from Hanover to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Hanover and Essen Hbf is 240 km. The road distance is 246.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Hanover to Essen Hbf without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs €30 - €70.

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

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

Where do I catch the Hanover to Essen Hbf bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hanover to Essen Hbf train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Hanover to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Hanover to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs €30 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €20 and takes 3h 30m, you could also fly, which costs €130 - €330 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Hanover to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Hanover and Essen Hbf?

Essen Hbf is 1h behind Hanover. It is currently 7:54 PM in Hanover and 6:54 PM in Essen Hbf.

Where does the Hanover to Essen Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hanover to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanover to Essen Hbf is 247 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Hanover to Essen Hbf.

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

Book your Hanover to Essen Hbf train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

There are 2595+ hotels available in Essen Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Hanover to Essen Hbf?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Hanover to Essen Hbf 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 Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf10 / ...
2h 6m
€30–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Essen central train stationN3204 / ...
3h 30m
€11–20
Drive 246.7 km
1. Drive from Hanover to Essen Hbf246.7 km
2h 7m
€35–50
Fly
1. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)HAJ - DUS
4h 50m
€137–323
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Hanover to Essen248.2 km
2h 54m
€12–15

Hanover to Essen Hbf by train

160Weekly Trains

2h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 239.8 km
Duration: 2h 6m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €30–70 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hanover central bus station to Essen central train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €11–20 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Grandes Tour also services this route 3 times a week.

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