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- This trip is recommended because it is the: CheapestDeparture time: 15 May atDeparture city: HanoverDeparture location: Hannover HauptbahnhofArrival time: 15 May atDestination city: EssenDestination location: HBFOperated by: Flixtrain
Vehicle: TrainDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is the: FastestDeparture time: 15 May atDeparture city: HanoverDeparture location: Hannover HauptbahnhofArrival time: 15 May atDestination city: EssenDestination location: Essen Central Train StationOperated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE
Vehicle: TrainDuration: - Departure time: 15 May atDeparture city: HanoverDeparture location: Hannover HauptbahnhofArrival time: 15 May atDestination city: EssenDestination location: HBFOperated by: FlixtrainVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: 15 May atDeparture city: HanoverDeparture location: Hannover HauptbahnhofArrival time: 15 May atDestination city: EssenDestination location: Essen Central Train StationOperated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEVehicle: TrainDuration:
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| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceUS$16 - US$73 | Average duration3h 40m | 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | Most eco-friendly | ||
| Average priceUS$13 - US$147 | Average duration2h 25m | 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | Fastest | ||
Carpool | Average priceUS$9 - US$37 | Average duration2h 30m | 9kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | Cheapest |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Hanover to EssenAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Hanover to Essen: Trip Overview
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Hanover to Essen Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Hanover - Essen
How much does a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Essen cost?
The average train ticket price from Hanover to Essen is US$26. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Hanover to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Hanover to Essen?
A train trip between Hanover and Essen is around 2h 25m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 4m. This is the time it takes to travel the 133 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Hanover and Essen?
The number of trains from Hanover to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Hanover to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Hanover to Essen?
Trains travelling between Hanover and Essen leave from Hannover Hauptbahnhof or Hannover ZOB and arrive at HBF, Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hanover to Essen was searched and found on 15 May 2025 with a price of US$11To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hanover to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$11 to US$135 for a train ticket from Hanover to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$11, which is on 2025-05-15.
Usually DBAH - ICE 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.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Hanover and Essen is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Essen.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Essen, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
By choosing the train between Hanover and Essen, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Hanover to Essen and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
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