Next train departures

Next departures from Hanover to Cologne on 12 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:23	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 32m	21:55	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	18:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 34m	21:14	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	14:23	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 20m	17:43	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	Train	14:28	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 6m	18:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	14:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 46m	17:26	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	14:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 35m	17:15	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	Train	14:28	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 6m	18:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	14:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 46m	17:26	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Hanover to Cologne on 13 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:23	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 32m	21:55	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 34m	11:14	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	10:23	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 18m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
WestfalenBahn + National Express	Train	06:09	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 25m	10:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	07:31	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 3m	10:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	08:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 46m	11:26	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	07:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 5m	10:45	Hbf	No tags
	Train	14:23	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 20m	17:43	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Hanover to Cologne on 14 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:23	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 32m	21:55	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 34m	11:14	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	10:23	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 19m	13:42	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	Train	06:28	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 6m	10:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	06:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 46m	09:26	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 35m	09:15	Hbf	No tags
	Train	14:23	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 20m	17:43	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	Train	06:28	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 6m	10:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Hanover to Cologne on 15 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:23	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 32m	21:55	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 34m	11:14	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	10:23	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 18m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	Train	06:28	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 6m	10:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	06:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 46m	09:26	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 35m	09:15	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express + DB Regio NRW	Train	19:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 1m	23:41	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	Train	06:28	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 6m	10:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Hanover to Cologne on 16 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:23	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 32m	21:55	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 34m	11:14	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	10:23	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 18m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	Train	06:28	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 6m	10:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	06:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 46m	09:26	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 35m	09:15	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express + DB Regio NRW	Train	19:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 3m	23:43	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	Train	06:28	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 6m	10:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Hanover to Cologne on 17 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:23	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 32m	21:55	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 34m	11:14	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	10:23	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 18m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	Train	06:28	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 6m	10:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	06:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 46m	09:26	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 35m	09:15	Hbf	No tags
	Train	14:23	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 20m	17:43	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	Train	06:28	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 6m	10:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Hanover to Cologne on 18 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:23	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 32m	21:55	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 34m	11:14	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	10:23	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 19m	13:42	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	Train	06:28	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 6m	10:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	06:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 46m	09:26	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:40	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 35m	09:15	Hbf	No tags
	Train	14:23	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 20m	17:43	Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	Train	06:28	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 6m	10:34	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

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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 18 minutes and with fares starting at just CZK 204, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

37train per day

3h 18mAverage duration

250 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceCZK 309 - CZK 1 595	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceCZK 204 - CZK 4 761	Average duration3h 18m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hanover and Cologne?

Hanover

A
Hannover Hauptbahnhof
Niki-de-Saint-Phalle-Promenade 54, 30159 Hannover, Germany
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B
Hannover ZOB
Rundestraße 8, 30161 Hannover, Germany
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C
Hannover
Rundestraße 12, 30161 Hannover, Germany
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D
Hannover-Ledeburg
Hannover-Ledeburg, 30419 Hannover, Germany
E
Hannover-Leinhausen
Hannover-Leinhausen, 30419 Hannover, Germany
F
Hannover-Vinnhorst
Alt Vinnhorst 68, 30419 Hannover, Germany
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Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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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

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/512 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi2.9

FlixTrain

3.1/540 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi1.8

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi2.5

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Slovak Rail

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 CZK 204. The average price for this train route is around CZK 1 033. 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 18m, 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 37 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
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 21:31.
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 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hanover to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
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 3.1 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.

Best price found

10/09

CZK 345

11/09

CZK 358

Today

CZK 332

13/09

CZK 561

14/09

CZK 319

15/09

CZK 281

16/09

CZK 281

17/09

CZK 281

The cheapest trip from Hanover to Cologne was searched and found on 15 Sept 2026 with a price of CZK 281

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 CZK 281 to CZK 4 086 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 CZK 281, which is on 2026-09-15.

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.