What is the cheapest way to get from Hanover to Hamburg (State)?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Hanover to Hamburg (State)?

The fastest way to get from Hanover to Hamburg (State) is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs €29 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Hanover and Hamburg (State)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hanover central bus station station and arriving at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Hanover and Hamburg (State)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hannover Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Hamburg Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Hanover to Hamburg (State)?

The distance between Hanover and Hamburg (State) is 177 km. The road distance is 151.8 km.

How do I travel from Hanover to Hamburg (State) without a car?

The best way to get from Hanover to Hamburg (State) without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs €29 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Hanover to Hamburg (State)?

The train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf takes 1h 21m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Hanover to Hamburg (State) bus from?

Hanover to Hamburg (State) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hanover central bus station.

Where do I catch the Hanover to Hamburg (State) train from?

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

Train or bus from Hanover to Hamburg (State)?

The best way to get from Hanover to Hamburg (State) is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs €29 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €19 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Hanover to Hamburg (State) bus arrive?

Hanover to Hamburg (State) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Hanover to Hamburg (State) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hanover to Hamburg (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanover to Hamburg (State) is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Hanover to Hamburg (State).

How do I get a train ticket from Hanover to Hamburg (State)?

Book your Hanover to Hamburg (State) train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Hanover to Hamburg (State)?

Book your Hanover to Hamburg (State) bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Hamburg (State)?

There are 1628+ hotels available in Hamburg (State).

Can I share a ride from Hanover to Hamburg (State)?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Hanover to Hamburg (State) by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbftrain 20 / ...
1h 21m
€29–70
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 173 / ...
2h 5m
€12–19
Drive 151.8 km
1. Drive from Hanover to Hamburgcar 151.8 km
1h 32m
€23–33
Train via Buchholz(Nordheide)
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Buchholztrain Rb38
2h 37m
€50–112

Hanover to Hamburg (State) by train

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Distance: 177.2 km
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Hanover, Germany and Hamburg (State), Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €30–70 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 5 times a day. Tickets cost €12–19 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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