How much does a train ticket from Cologne to Hanover cost?

The average train ticket price from Cologne to Hanover is $51. The best way to find train tickets from Cologne to Hanover is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Cologne to Hanover?

A train trip between Cologne and Hanover is around 3h 15m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 31m. This is the time it takes to travel the 156 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Cologne and Hanover?

The number of trains from Cologne to Hanover can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 36. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Hanover by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Cologne to Hanover?

When taking the train from Cologne to Hanover, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Hanover?

Trains traveling between Cologne and Hanover leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Hannover Hauptbahnhof, Hannover ZOB, Hannover-Vinnhorst.

Train Cologne to Hanover from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Cologne to Hanover on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	4:14pm	Hbf	3h 27m	7:41pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	6:18pm	Hbf	3h 1m	9:19pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:07pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 12m	9:19pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	Train	6:17pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 11m	9:28pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	6:53pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 27m	10:20pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Hanover on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	4:01pm	Hbf	3h 40m	7:41pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	6:18am	Hbf	3h 1m	9:19am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
	Train	8:01am	Hbf	3h 40m	11:41am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 12m	9:19am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	Train	6:44am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 33m	10:17am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Hanover on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:01am	Hbf	3h 40m	11:41am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	6:18am	Hbf	3h 1m	9:19am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 12m	9:19am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	Train	6:44am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 33m	10:17am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	6:53am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 26m	10:19am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Hanover on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:01am	Hbf	3h 40m	11:41am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	6:18am	Hbf	3h 1m	9:19am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 12m	9:19am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	Train	6:44am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 33m	10:17am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	6:53am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 26m	10:19am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Hanover on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:01am	Hbf	3h 40m	11:41am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	6:18am	Hbf	3h 1m	9:19am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
	Train	4:01pm	Hbf	3h 40m	7:41pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 12m	9:19am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	Train	6:44am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 33m	10:17am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Hanover on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:13am	Hbf	3h 28m	9:41am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	6:18am	Hbf	3h 1m	9:19am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
	Train	10:14am	Hbf	3h 27m	1:41pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 12m	9:19am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	Train	6:44am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 33m	10:17am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Hanover on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:18am	Hbf	3h 1m	9:19am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:13am	Hbf	3h 28m	9:41am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 12m	9:19am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	Train	6:44am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 33m	10:17am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	6:53am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 26m	10:19am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Hanover on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:18am	Hbf	3h 1m	9:19am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:01am	Hbf	3h 40m	11:41am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 12m	9:19am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	Train	6:44am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 33m	10:17am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	6:53am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 26m	10:19am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:52 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Hanover

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Hanover. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day

3hAverage Duration

155 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $56	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$9 - $172	Average Duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$13 - $42	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Hanover?

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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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

A
Hannover Hauptbahnhof
Niki-de-Saint-Phalle-Promenade 54, 30159 Hannover, Germany
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B
Hannover ZOB
Rundestraße 8, 30161 Hannover, Germany
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C
Hannover-Vinnhorst
Alt Vinnhorst 68, 30419 Hannover, Germany
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D
Hannover-Ledeburg
Hannover-Ledeburg, 30419 Hannover, Germany
E
Hannover-Leinhausen
Hannover-Leinhausen, 30419 Hannover, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

FlixBus

3.5/511,478 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

Train and bus companies in DE:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Hanover by train

How much does a train ticket from Cologne to Hanover cost?
How long is the train trip from Cologne to Hanover?
How many daily trains are there between Cologne and Hanover?
Which train companies travel from Cologne to Hanover?
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Hanover?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/28

$24

11/29

$20

Today

$25

12/01

$20

12/02

$17

12/03

$15

12/04

$15

12/05

$20

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Hanover was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $15

To 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 $15 to $282 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 $15 which is on 2025-12-03.

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.