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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Hanover to Cologne
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 53 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hanover to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Cologne will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 2 buses that leave Hanover for Cologne on Mon, Apr 13, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Apr 13 the direct buses cover the 250 km distance in an average of 5 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Mon, Apr 13 the slowest buses will take 6 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus7:00 AM6h05Hanover Central Station1:05 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€141One-way0 transfers- FlixBus2:40 AM5h40Hanover Central Station8:20 AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€171One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus2:40 AM5h40Hanover Central Station8:20 AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€171One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:00 AM6h05Hanover Central Station1:05 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hanover to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a flight costs an average of €256.
Distance: 250 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€18 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price | €446 Average price |
4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hanover to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Cologne buses for today, Sunday, April 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| FlixBus | 5:00 AM Hanover Central Station | 6h05 | 11:05 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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| FlixBus | 12:40 AM Hanover Central Station | 5h40 | 6:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hanover to Cologne
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Buses from Hanover to Cologne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €8 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 250 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 250 km |
Average bus duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 2:35 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Hanover to CologneYou can travel by bus between Hanover to Cologne with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Hanover to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover to Cologne by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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