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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 | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Hbf | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Hanover
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Hanover. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 237, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Hanover?
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
Hanover
- ANiki-de-Saint-Phalle-Promenade 54, 30159 Hannover, Germany
- BRundestraße 8, 30161 Hannover, Germany
- C
Hannover
Rundestraße 12, 30161 Hannover, Germany - DAlt Vinnhorst 68, 30419 Hannover, Germany
- E
Hannover-Ledeburg
Hannover-Ledeburg, 30419 Hannover, Germany - F
Hannover-Leinhausen
Hannover-Leinhausen, 30419 Hannover, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Hanover 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 Cologne to Hanover?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Hanover start from R 157. The average price for this train route is around R 868. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Hanover?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Hanover is 3h 11m, covering a distance of 250 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 59m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Hanover route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Hanover?
The earliest train from Cologne to Hanover departs at 06:11. And the latest train departs at 22:50.
Which is the best train operator from Cologne to Hanover?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Hanover?
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 Cologne to Hanover?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Hanover?
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 Cologne to Hanover was searched and found on 26 Mar 2026 with a price of R 328To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Hanover as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 328 to R 4 363 for a train ticket from Cologne to Hanover based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 328, which is on 2026-03-26.
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.
