THE SHORT VERSION
Prague to Hanover at a glance.
- From
- Prague Praha
- To
- Hanover Hannover
- Road distance
- About 506 km
- Straight line
- 413 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~5 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Hanover to Prague →
- Border
- Czechia → Germany. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Prague
Prague is a major coach hub for central Europe, with frequent buses to Vienna, Munich, Berlin, Budapest and Kraków. The main coach station is Florenc, east of the centre.
- ÚAN Praha-Florenc
East of the centre, at Florenc metro (lines B and C). Most long-distance coaches. - Na Knížecí
By Anděl metro (line B). Some domestic and international services.
Arriving in Hanover
Ask the seller where the service ends in Hanover. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Hanover, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Hanover
More buses from Prague
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Prague from Hanover by road?+
About 506 km by road (413 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Prague to Hanover take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 5 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Prague?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Prague include ÚAN Praha-Florenc, Na Knížecí, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Hanover to Prague?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Hanover to Prague guide.
Where does the bus from Prague arrive in Hanover?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Prague to Hanover?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Prague to Hanover bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Hanover by bus?+
Direct buses from Hanover include Hamburg, Berlin, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Paris and more. See all connections on our Hanover bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Prague to Hanover?+
Czechia and Germany are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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