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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hanover to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hanover and Hamburg?
Hanover
- ANiki-de-Saint-Phalle-Promenade 54, 30159 Hannover, Germany
- BRundestraße 8, 30161 Hannover, Germany
- C
Hannover
Rundestraße 12, 30161 Hannover, Germany - DAlt Vinnhorst 68, 30419 Hannover, Germany
- E
Hannover-Ledeburg
Hannover-Ledeburg, 30419 Hannover, Germany - F
Hannover-Leinhausen
Hannover-Leinhausen, 30419 Hannover, Germany
Hamburg
- A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany - BHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hanover to Hamburg 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 Hanover to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Hanover to Hamburg start from R 192. The average price for this train route is around R 273. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hanover to Hamburg?
The average train journey time from Hanover to Hamburg is 1h 21m, covering a distance of 132 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 14m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Hanover to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 13 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hanover to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Hanover to Hamburg departs at 06:27. And the latest train departs at 19:36.
Which is the best train operator from Hanover to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hanover to Hamburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Hanover to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hanover to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, 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 Hanover to Hamburg was searched and found on 01 Feb 2026 with a price of R 198To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hanover to Hamburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 198 to R 1 809 for a train ticket from Hanover to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 198, which is on 2026-02-01.
