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

The cheapest way to get from Hanover to Hamburg is to rideshare which costs €3 - €15 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hanover to Hamburg is to car train which takes 57 min and costs €90 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Hanover and Hamburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hanover central bus station station and arriving at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Hanover and Hamburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hannover Hbf and arriving at Hamburg Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Hanover to Hamburg?

The distance between Hanover and Hamburg is 164 km. The road distance is 151.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Hanover to Hamburg without a car is to car train which takes 57 min and costs €90 - €110.

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

The car train from Hannover Hbf to Hamburg Hbf takes 57 min including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Hanover to Hamburg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hanover to Hamburg train from?

Hanover to Hamburg train services, operated by Urlaubs-Express (UEX), depart from Hannover Hbf station.

Train or bus from Hanover to Hamburg?

The best way to get from Hanover to Hamburg is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs €8 - €15. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €13 - €60 and takes 2h.

Where does the Hanover to Hamburg bus arrive?

Hanover to Hamburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Hanover to Hamburg train arrive?

Hanover to Hamburg train services, operated by Urlaubs-Express (UEX), arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Hanover to Hamburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanover to Hamburg is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Hanover to Hamburg.

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

Book your Hanover to Hamburg train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Hamburg?

There are 1555+ hotels available in Hamburg.

Can I share a ride from Hanover to Hamburg?

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

Hanover to Hamburg - 6 ways to travel via train, car train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Hanover to Hamburg by car train, bus, car, train, 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.

Car train
best
1. Take the car train from Hannover Hbf to Hamburg Hbfcartrain 1392
57 min
€90–110
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Hanover to Hamburgrideshare 150.3 km
1h 53m
€3–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus 182 / ...
2h 5m
€8–15
Drive 151.9 km
1. Drive from Hanover to Hamburgcar 151.9 km
1h 30m
€22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbftrain 25 / ...
2h
€13–60
Train via Buchholz(Nordheide)
1. Take the train from Hannover Hbf to Buchholz(Nordheide)train Rb
2h 34m

Hanover to Hamburg by bus

51Weekly Buses

2h 5mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 163.6 km
Duration: 57 min

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

Urlaubs-Express (UEX) operates a vehicle from Hannover Hbf to Hamburg Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €90–110 and the journey takes 57 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hanover central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost €8–15 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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