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
$216
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hanover in March
Estimated hotel price
$216
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 18h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Hanover. The train journey from Hanover to Baltimore takes 0h 28m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $30 for a 1h 51m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hanover is to pick up a car hire from Newark, which is about 260 km from Hanover. You’ll find branches of Budget and Dollar, among others, in Newark.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hanover, including Bus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus.

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 18h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Hanover. The train journey from Hanover to Baltimore takes 0h 28m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $30 for a 1h 51m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hanover is to pick up a car hire from Newark, which is about 260 km from Hanover. You’ll find branches of Budget and Dollar, among others, in Newark.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hanover, including Bus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus.

Airports near Hanover

HGRHagerstown Regional
MDTHarrisburg

Airlines serving Hanover

Lufthansa
Good (7,489 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,402 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,457 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,975 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,990 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,976 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,475 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,374 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,649 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,297 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,532 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,279 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,130 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,023 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,080 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,015 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (278 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,905 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,135 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 $1.62 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 $19.35 and $25.80. The most frequently booked car type in Hanover is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.62 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 $19.35 and $25.80. The most frequently booked car type in Hanover is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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