Bus from Hanover to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Hanover to Cologne on 1 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Hannover ZOB
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Cheapest
Flixbus
Hannover ZOB
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße Fastest
Flixbus
Hannover ZOB
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus
Hannover ZOB
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 17:59 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Hanover to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17carpool per day
3hAverage duration
155 milesDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£11 - £88Average duration5h 35m
6kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£7 - £208Average duration3h 18m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£9 - £28Average duration3h
10kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Hanover to Cologne

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Hanover to Cologne start from £11. The average price for this route is around £13. 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 journey from Hanover to Cologne?

    The average bus journey time from Hanover to Cologne is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 153 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hanover to Cologne?

    The earliest bus departs from Hanover to Cologne at 02:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

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

    A bus journey from Hanover to Cologne produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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
28/11
£35
29/11
£44
Today
£16
01/12
£14
02/12
£13
03/12
£11
04/12
£11
05/12
£13
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Hanover to Cologne was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hanover to Cologne as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £11 to £44 for a bus ticket from Hanover to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-12-03.

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