The average train between Hannover Hbf and Madrid takes 28h 10m and the fastest train takes 26h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Hannover Hbf to Madrid. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Hannover Hbf and Madrid. The earliest departure is at 2:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Hannover Hbf is at 2:40 PM which arrives into Madrid at 5:52 PM. All services require a transfer at Koeln Hbf and take an average of 28h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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28h 9m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Hannover Hbf to Madrid? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Hannover Hbf to Madrid. However, there are services departing from Hannover Hbf station and arriving at Madrid station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 10m.
Hannover Hbf to Madrid train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.
Hannover Hbf to Madrid train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.
Book your Hannover Hbf to Madrid train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar and 5 other operators.
The distance between Hannover Hbf and Madrid is 1,677 km. The road distance is 2,506 km.
You can take a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes via Koeln Hbf, Paris Nord, Paris Gare De Lyon, and Barcelona-Sants in around 18h 12m.