Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hannover ZOB | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Cheapest | |||||
| Hannover ZOB | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | Fastest | |||||
| Hannover ZOB | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
| Hannover ZOB | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Hanover to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Hanover and Cologne?
Stops in Hanover
- ARundestraße 8, 30161 Hannover, Germany
- B
Hannover
Rundestraße 12, 30161 Hannover, Germany - CNiki-de-Saint-Phalle-Promenade 54, 30159 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
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher 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
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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 Hanover to Cologne 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 Hanover to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hanover to Cologne start from $14. The average price for this route is around $17. 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 Hanover to Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Hanover to Cologne is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 153 miles (247 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hanover to Cologne route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hanover to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Hanover to Cologne at 2:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hanover to Cologne?
A bus trip from Hanover to Cologne generates an estimated 6 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 Hanover to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $14To 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 $14 to $57 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 $14 which is on 2025-12-03.
What's the cheapest way to go from Hanover to Cologne?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
