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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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 | 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 travel 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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 272, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Hanover?
Essen
- A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Hanover
- A
Hannover Hauptbahnhof
Niki-de-Saint-Phalle-Promenade 54, 30159 Hannover, Germany - B
Hannover ZOB
Rundestraße 8, 30161 Hannover, Germany - C
Hannover
Rundestraße 12, 30161 Hannover, Germany - D
Hannover-Ledeburg
Hannover-Ledeburg, 30419 Hannover, Germany - E
Hannover-Leinhausen
Hannover-Leinhausen, 30419 Hannover, Germany - F
Hannover-Vinnhorst
Alt Vinnhorst 68, 30419 Hannover, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Hanover by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 from R 272. The average price for this train route is around R 966. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Hanover?
The average train journey time from Essen to Hanover is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 214 km. The quickest train can get 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 16 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Hanover?
The earliest train from Essen to Hanover departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 20:00.
Which 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 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Essen to Hanover?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 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 16 Jun 2026 with a price of R 219To 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 R 219 to R 2 748 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 R 219, which is on 2026-06-16.
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.
