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

The cheapest way to get from Jena to Hanover is to rideshare which costs €13 - €18 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jena to Hanover is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Jena and Hanover?

No, there is no direct bus from Jena station to Hanover station. However, there are services departing from Jena bus station and arriving at Hanover central bus station via Leipzig central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Jena and Hanover?

No, there is no direct train from Jena to Hanover. However, there are services departing from Jena West and arriving at Hannover Hbf via Göttingen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Jena to Hanover?

The distance between Jena and Hanover is 286 km. The road distance is 248.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Jena to Hanover without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs €35 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Jena to Hanover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jena to Hanover bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jena to Hanover train from?

Jena to Hanover train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Jena West station.

Train or bus from Jena to Hanover?

The best way to get from Jena to Hanover is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs €35 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Jena to Hanover bus arrive?

Jena to Hanover bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leipzig central train station.

Where does the Jena to Hanover train arrive?

Jena to Hanover train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Göttingen station.

Can I drive from Jena to Hanover?

Yes, the driving distance between Jena to Hanover is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Jena to Hanover.

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

Book your Jena to Hanover train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Hanover?

There are 1418+ hotels available in Hanover.

Can I share a ride from Jena to Hanover?

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Jena to Hanover by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Jena West to GöttingenRe1
2. Take the train from Göttingen to Hannover Hbf20 / ...
3h 10m
€38–79
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Jena to Hanover247.4 km
3h 39m
€13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jena bus station to Leipzig central train stationN1389 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Hanover central bus stationN67 / ...
6h 15m
€20–31
Drive 248.2 km
1. Drive from Jena to Hanover248.2 km
3h 3m
€35–51

Jena to Hanover by train

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3h 10mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 286.4 km
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a train from Jena West to Hannover Hbf via Göttingen in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jena bus station to Hanover central bus station via Leipzig central train station in around 6h 15m.

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