Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | HBF | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | Fastest | ||||
| Train | HBF | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
National Express + S-Bahn Hannover | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Hanover
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Hanover. The journey takes about 2 hours 18 minutes, and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Hanover?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Hanover
- ANiki-de-Saint-Phalle-Promenade 54, 30159 Hannover, Germany
- BRundestraße 8, 30161 Hannover, Germany
- CRundestraße 12, 30161 Hannover, Germany
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Hannover-Ledeburg
Hannover-Ledeburg, 30419 Hannover, Germany - E
Hannover-Leinhausen
Hannover-Leinhausen, 30419 Hannover, Germany - FAlt Vinnhorst 68, 30419 Hannover, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Hanover by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Essen to Hanover?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Hanover start at $24. The average price for this train route is around $83. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Essen to Hanover?
The average train trip from Essen to Hanover takes 2h 18m and covers 214 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Hanover route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Hanover?
The earliest train from Essen to Hanover departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 8:00pm.
What is the best train operator from Essen to Hanover?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Hanover?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Essen to Hanover?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Hanover?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Hanover was searched and found on Jun 4, 2026 with a price of $18To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Hanover, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $18 to $226 for a train ticket from Essen to Hanover based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2026-06-04.
Usually Deutsche Bahn will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
