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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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DB Regio Nord + DB Fernverkehr | Train | Kiel Hbf | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | ||||
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DB Regio Nord + DB Fernverkehr | Train | Kiel Hbf | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
DB Regio Nord + metronom + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Kiel Hbf | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Train | Kiel Hbf | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Kiel to Hanover
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Hanover. The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kiel 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 Kiel to Hanover?
The cheapest train tickets from Kiel to Hanover start at $45. The average price for this train route is around $105. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Kiel to Hanover?
The average train trip from Kiel to Hanover takes 3h 41m and covers 218 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 16m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Kiel to Hanover route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kiel to Hanover?
The earliest train from Kiel to Hanover departs at 6:05am. The latest train departs at 8:05pm.
What is the best train operator from Kiel to Hanover?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Kiel 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 Kiel to Hanover?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Kiel 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 Kiel to Hanover was searched and found on Jun 9, 2026 with a price of $78To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kiel to Hanover, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $78 to $232 for a train ticket from Kiel to Hanover based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $143 which is on 2026-06-12.
