Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Hanover
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hanover. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 250, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gelsenkirchen 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 Gelsenkirchen to Hanover?
The cheapest train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Hanover start from R 285. The average price for this train route is around R 545. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gelsenkirchen to Hanover?
The average train journey time from Gelsenkirchen to Hanover is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 206 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 7m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Gelsenkirchen to Hanover route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gelsenkirchen to Hanover?
The earliest train from Gelsenkirchen to Hanover departs at 06:18. And the latest train departs at 19:08.
Which is the best train operator from Gelsenkirchen to Hanover?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Gelsenkirchen to Hanover?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Gelsenkirchen to Hanover?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Gelsenkirchen 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 Gelsenkirchen to Hanover was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 222To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Hanover as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 222 to R 1 667 for a train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Hanover based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 303, which is on 2026-01-18.
