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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | Hbf | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | Hbf | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | ||||
S-Bahn Hannover + National Express + DB Fernverkehr | Train | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Hanover to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just SGD 12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hanover and Cologne?
Hanover
- ANiki-de-Saint-Phalle-Promenade 54, 30159 Hannover, Germany
- BRundestraße 8, 30161 Hannover, Germany
- CRundestraße 12, 30161 Hannover, Germany
- D
Hannover-Ledeburg
Hannover-Ledeburg, 30419 Hannover, Germany - E
Hannover-Leinhausen
Hannover-Leinhausen, 30419 Hannover, Germany - FAlt Vinnhorst 68, 30419 Hannover, Germany
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hanover to Cologne by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Hanover to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Hanover to Cologne start from SGD 12. The average price for this train route is around SGD 73. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hanover to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Hanover to Cologne is 3h 17m, covering a distance of 250 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 34m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Hanover to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 34 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hanover to Cologne?
The earliest train from Hanover to Cologne departs at 06:09. And the latest train departs at 20:53.
Which is the best train operator from Hanover to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hanover to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Hanover to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hanover to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hanover to Cologne was searched and found on 02 Jun 2026 with a price of SGD 21To 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 SGD 21 to SGD 255 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 SGD 21, which is on 2026-06-02.
Usually Deutsche Bahn 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.
