The average train between Mainz and Hanover takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Mainz to Hanover. 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 hourly between Mainz and Hanover. The earliest departure is at 3:34 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 7:34 PM which arrives into Hanover at 11:05 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

3h 18m • 1 change
3h 52m • 1 change
3h 31m • 1 change
3h 31m • 1 change
3h 31m • 1 change
3h 31m • 1 change
3h 31m • 1 change
3h 18m • 1 change
3h 31m • 1 change
3h 31m • 1 change
3h 31m • 1 change
3h 18m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Mainz to Hanover? 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 Mainz to Hanover. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Hanover station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Mainz to Hanover train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Mainz, Römisches Theater station.
Mainz to Hanover train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Mainz to Hanover train tickets online with Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Mainz and Hanover is 284 km. The road distance is 373 km.
You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Hannover Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt in around 3h 26m.