Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Hanover travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hanover

With a population of 15 289, Hanover is a must-see destination in Pennsylvania, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 60 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hanover has to offer.

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When to visit Hanover

Hanover in March
Estimated hotel price
$206
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hanover in March
Estimated hotel price
$206
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hanover in July, when the average temperature is 24 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -7 °C, with an average temperature of -2 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 97 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Hanover, with an average rainfall of 67 mm.

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How to Get to Hanover

Plane

Although Hanover doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Harrisburg (MDT), which is located 47 km from Hanover. The shortest flight to Hanover from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 34h 11m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Hanover, followed by Acela. The train journey from Hanover to Baltimore takes 0h 32m and costs around $10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $18 for a 1h 57m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hanover is to pick up a car hire from New York, which is about 275 km from Hanover. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Ace, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hanover, including OurBus, Washington Deluxe and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Hanover takes 225 km and will cost you around $42. From Charlottesville, the ticket costs about $82 for a journey of 298 km.

Plane

Although Hanover doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Harrisburg (MDT), which is located 47 km from Hanover. The shortest flight to Hanover from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 34h 11m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Hanover, followed by Acela. The train journey from Hanover to Baltimore takes 0h 32m and costs around $10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $18 for a 1h 57m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hanover is to pick up a car hire from New York, which is about 275 km from Hanover. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Ace, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hanover, including OurBus, Washington Deluxe and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Hanover takes 225 km and will cost you around $42. From Charlottesville, the ticket costs about $82 for a journey of 298 km.

Airports near Hanover

HGRHagerstown Regional
MDTHarrisburg

Airlines serving Hanover

KLM
Good (1,457 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,802 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,757 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,241 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,229 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,118 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,341 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,536 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,525 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,693 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,737 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,406 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,365 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,176 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,928 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,146 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,898 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (197 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hanover

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Hanover By IHG and Super 8 by Wyndham Hanover.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hanover

Hiring a car in Hanover

Expect to pay $1.44 per litre in Hanover (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $17.27 and $23.02. The most frequently booked car type in Hanover is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.44 per litre in Hanover (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $17.27 and $23.02. The most frequently booked car type in Hanover is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.