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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 | ||||
 | Train | Kiel Hbf | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | Fastest | ||||
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 €19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from €28. The average price for this train route is around €65. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kiel to Hanover?
The average train ride duration from Kiel to Hanover is 3h 41m, covering a distance of 135 miles (218 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 16m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Kiel to Hanover route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Kiel to Hanover?
The earliest train departs from Kiel to Hanover at 6:05am. And 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 most timely service from Kiel to Hanover?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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 €49To 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 €49 to €145 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 €89 which is on 2026-06-12.
