What is the cheapest way to get from Hanover to Altona?

The cheapest way to get from Hanover to Altona is to rideshare which costs €3 - €16 and takes 1h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hanover to Altona?

The fastest way to get from Hanover to Altona is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Hanover and Altona?

No, there is no direct bus from Hanover station to Altona. However, there are services departing from Hanover central bus station and arriving at Rathaus Altona via Hauptbahnhof/ZOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Hanover and Altona?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Hannover Hbf and arriving at Hamburg-Altona. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Hanover to Altona?

The distance between Hanover and Altona is 183 km. The road distance is 156.7 km.

How do I travel from Hanover to Altona without a car?

The best way to get from Hanover to Altona without a car is to train via Hamburg Hbf which takes 1h 34m and costs €30 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Hanover to Altona?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Hanover to Altona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hanover to Altona bus from?

Hanover to Altona bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hanover central bus station.

Where do I catch the Hanover to Altona train from?

Hanover to Altona train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Hanover to Altona?

The best way to get from Hanover to Altona is to train via Hamburg Hbf which takes 1h 34m and costs €30 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €22 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Hanover to Altona bus arrive?

Hanover to Altona bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Hanover to Altona train arrive?

Hanover to Altona train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Hanover to Altona?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanover to Altona is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Hanover to Altona.

How do I get a train ticket from Hanover to Altona?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Hanover to Altona?

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Where can I stay near Altona?

There are 1724+ hotels available in Altona.

Can I share a ride from Hanover to Altona?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Hanover and Altona. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Hanover to Altona - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and rideshare

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There are 7 ways to get from Hanover to Altona by train, bus, night train, rideshare, or car

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Train via Hamburg Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbftrain 25 / ...
1h 34m
€34–181
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Hanover to Hamburgrideshare 151.3 km
1h 53m
€3–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus N66 / ...
2h 35m
€13–22
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Hannover Hbf to Hamburg-Altonanighttrain Nj
2h 39m
€22–95
Train
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg-Altonatrain 20N / ...
1h 36m
€30–130
Train via Buchholz(Nordheide)
1. Take the train from Hannover Hbf to Buchholz(Nordheide)train Rb
2h 47m
€32–57
Drive 156.7 km
1. Drive from Hanover to Altonacar 156.7 km
1h 33m
€23–33

Hanover to Altona by train

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Distance: 182.9 km
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Hanover, Germany and Altona, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €30–130 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hanover central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost €11–18 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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