Train from Hanover to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Hanover to Cologne on 18 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixtrainTrain
Hannover Hauptbahnhof
HbfCheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Hannover Hauptbahnhof
HbfFastest
FlixtrainTrain
Hannover Hauptbahnhof
HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Hannover Hauptbahnhof
Cologne Messe/DeutzNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Hannover Hauptbahnhof
Cologne Messe/DeutzNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 19:21 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Hanover to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15train per day
3h 11mAverage duration
250 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceMAD 125 - MAD 1,198Average duration5h 40m
6kg CO₂e
Average priceMAD 86 - MAD 1,805Average duration3h 11m
6kg CO₂e

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
15/04
MAD 212
16/04
MAD 218
Today
MAD 286
18/04
MAD 263
19/04
MAD 314
20/04
MAD 172
21/04
MAD 160
22/04
MAD 143
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Hanover to Cologne was searched and found on 22 Apr 2026 with a price of MAD 143

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hanover to Cologne as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from MAD 143 to MAD 2,014 for a train ticket from Hanover to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 143, which is on 2026-04-22.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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