Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Hannover ZOB | Cheapest | |||||
| Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Hannover ZOB | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Hannover ZOB | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Hannover ZOB | No tags | |||||
| Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Hannover ZOB | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Hanover
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Hanover. The journey takes about 3 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Cologne and Hanover
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Hanover
- A
Hannover ZOB
Rundestraße 8, 30161 Hannover, Germany - B
Hannover Hauptbahnhof
Niki-de-Saint-Phalle-Promenade 54, 30159 Hannover, Germany - C
Hannover
Rundestraße 12, 30161 Hannover, Germany - D
Hanover Bus Stop
Hannah-Arendt-Platz 1, 30159 Hannover, Germany - E
Zentrale Omnibus Bahnhof- Bushalte 5C Ecke Hamburger Allee/Cellerstrasse
Hindenburgstraße 34, 30175 Hanover, Bushalte 5C Ecke Hamburger Allee/Cellerstrasse
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Hanover by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Hanover?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Hanover start from CHF 12. The average price for this route is around CHF 23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Hanover?
The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Hanover is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 152 miles (244 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Hanover route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Hanover?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Hanover at 9:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Hanover?
A bus trip from Cologne to Hanover generates an estimated 6.0943249999999995 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
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 Jul 30, 2026 with a price of CHF 20To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Hanover, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CHF 20 to CHF 38 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Hanover based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 20 which is on 2026-07-30.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Hanover?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
