Bus from Cologne to Hanover: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cologne to Hanover on February 23
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Hannover ZOBCheapest
FlixbusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Hannover ZOBFastest
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Hannover ZOBNo tags
FlixbusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Hannover ZOBNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:29 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Hanover

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hanover. The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15carpool per day
3hAverage Duration
250 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$20 - $53Average Duration5h 30m
6kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$18 - $246Average Duration3h 9m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$22 - $51Average Duration3h
10kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Hanover?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Hanover start from $20. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Hanover?

    The average bus travel time from Cologne to Hanover is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 247 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Hanover route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Hanover?

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Hanover at 5:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Hanover?

    A bus trip from Cologne to Hanover generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
02-20
$28
02-21
$25
Today
$30
02-23
$21
02-24
$17
02-25
$17
02-26
$18
02-27
$19
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Hanover was searched and found on Feb 24, 2026 with a price of $17

To 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 $17 to $34 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 $17 which is on 2026-02-24.

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