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Taking the train from Hannover Messe to Hamburg-Altona in 2 hours 14 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Hannover Messe to Hamburg-Altona? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 8 minutes to travel the 85 miles (137 km) from Hannover Messe to Hamburg-Altona by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 14 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 22 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You can travel with ÖBB trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Hannover Messe to Hamburg-Altona are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Hamburg-Altona? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Hannover Messe to Hamburg-Altona by train
| First train | 00:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:30 | |
| Departure station | Hannover Messe | |
| Arrival station | Hamburg-Altona | |
| Journey time | From 2h 14m | |
| Distance | 85 miles (137 km) | |
| Frequency | 22 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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FAQs about the train journey from Hannover Messe to Hamburg-Altona
Want to know more about your journey from Hannover Messe to Hamburg-Altona? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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ÖBB trains from Hannover Messe to Hamburg-Altona
ÖBB is the major railway company for Austria, subdivided into several subsidiaries, responsible for certain areas of transport, such as long distance and local transport, the operation of postal buses and the transport of goods. Railjet is ÖBB's high-speed train, which travels at speeds of up to 143 mph (230 km/h) and connects the main Austrian cities with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Italy.
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- Trains in Austria
Cheap train tickets from Hannover Messe to Hamburg-Altona
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Hannover Messe to Hamburg-Altona by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.