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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Hanover
Cheapest price on Aug 29
€16
Average ticket price on Aug 29
€50
Fastest journey on Aug 29
2 h 52 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
2 h 53 m
Trains on Aug 29
32
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Hanover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Hanover will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 32 trains from Cologne to Hanover, including 19 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 250 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 52 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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.
FlixTrain11:35 AM4h06Cologne Hbf3:41 PMHanover Hbf€161One-way0 transfers- FlixTrain3:35 PM4h06Cologne Hbf7:41 PMHanover Hbf€171One-way0 transfers
- FlixTrain7:48 AM3h53Cologne Hbf11:41 AMHanover Hbf€171One-way0 transfers
17420 · ICE 6412:21 PM3h07Cologne Hbf5:28 PMHanover Hbf€251One-way1 transfer- ICE 9533:35 PM2h53Cologne Hbf6:28 PMHanover Hbf€301One-way0 transfers
- ICE 9577:36 PM2h52Cologne Hbf10:28 PMHanover Hbf€621One-way0 transfers
- ICE 8579:35 AM2h53Cologne Hbf12:28 PMHanover Hbf€701One-way0 transfers
- ICE 85911:35 AM2h53Cologne Hbf2:28 PMHanover Hbf€701One-way0 transfers
- ICE 9511:35 PM2h53Cologne Hbf4:28 PMHanover Hbf€621One-way0 transfers
- ICE 9533:35 PM2h53Cologne Hbf6:28 PMHanover Hbf€301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Hanover
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €18, while a flight costs an average of €355.
Distance: 250 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price | €355 Average price |
3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Hanover train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Hanover trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 920+ 95773 | Delayed 12:09 AM 2:12 AMCologne Hbf | 4h38 | 6:50 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 11:35 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h06 | 3:41 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 859 | Delayed 9:38 AM 11:35 AMCologne Hbf | 2h53 | 12:31 PM 12:31 PMHanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 559 | Delayed 11:42 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h38 | 1:26 PM 1:26 PMHanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17416 · ICE 549 | On time 12:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h07 | 3:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 627 · ICE 1072 | On time 12:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h41 | 4:16 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 951 | On time 1:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h53 | 4:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 651 | On time 1:36 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h44 | 5:20 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 951 | On time 1:45 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h43 | 4:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 651 | Delayed 2:19 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h00 | 3:20 PM 3:20 PMHanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17420 · ICE 641 | On time 2:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h07 | 5:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 3:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h06 | 7:41 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 953 | On time 3:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h53 | 6:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain | 4:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h27 | 7:41 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17424 · ICE 643 | On time 4:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h07 | 7:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 725 · ICE 1070 | On time 4:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h41 | 8:16 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 955 | On time 5:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h53 | 8:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17428 · ICE 645 | On time 6:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h07 | 9:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 957 | On time 7:36 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h52 | 10:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 89737 · S1 · Bus S1 | 8:07 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h13 | 1:20 AM Hanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 514 · 4445 | On time 8:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h29 | 1:40 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 17432 · 89737 · S1 · Bus S1 | 8:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h59 | 1:20 AM Hanover Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 657 | On time 8:45 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h34 | 11:19 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2349 | 9:10 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h10 | 12:20 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17434 · 89739+89863+S1 | 9:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h38 | 1:59 AM Hanover Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 100 · ICE 1541 | On time 11:16 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h19 | 2:35 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1541 | 11:27 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h08 | 2:35 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 619 · 15548 · IC 60470 | On time 11:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h35 | 5:29 AM Hanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 619 · S3 · IC 60470 | On time 11:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h35 | 5:29 AM Hanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
| ICE 920+95773 | 2:09 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h41 | 6:50 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1028 · ICE 541 | On time 4:10 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h18 | 7:28 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 853 | On time 5:34 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h54 | 8:28 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 553 | On time 6:00 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h20 | 9:20 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17404 · ICE 543 | On time 6:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h07 | 9:28 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 855 | On time 7:35 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h53 | 10:28 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 555 | On time 7:36 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h44 | 11:20 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain | 7:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h53 | 11:41 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17408 · ICE 545 | On time 8:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h07 | 11:28 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 857 | On time 9:35 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h53 | 12:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 557 | On time 9:40 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h40 | 1:20 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17412 · ICE 547 | On time 10:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h07 | 1:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Hanover
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Trains from Cologne to Hanover run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 250 km distance in 3h 27m.
Distance 250 km |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Cologne to Hanover trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Cologne and Hanover from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Hanover
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Hanover by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hanover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Hanover
Most Cologne to Hanover trains use the Köln Hbf to Hannover Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Hanover train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do trains to Hanover leave from?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Which Hanover station do trains from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to Hannover Hbf from Hanover city centre
Hannover Hbf train station facilities and services
Hannover Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Balzac Coffee, Burger King, McDonald's, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, asiahung, Mr. CLOU, Nordsee, Starbucks, Pizza Hut, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hannover Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the main entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hannover Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hannover Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Hbf: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Mussmann, IntercityHotel Hannover, Hotel Loccumer Hof.
Getting to Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof from Hanover city centre
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof train station facilities and services
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Öz Antalya Kebap, Ricklinger Döner, China-Imbiss Jasmin, Coimbra
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. ATMs are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Information desks are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Getting to Hannover-Nordstadt from Hanover city centre
Hannover-Nordstadt is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover-Nordstadt train station facilities and services
Hannover-Nordstadt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Werkhof Restaurant, Hashigo Sushi, Asia Imbiss Kok, Klitsche
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Nordstadt. ATMs are available at Hannover-Nordstadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Nordstadt. Information desks are available at Hannover-Nordstadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Nordstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hannover-Nordstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hannover-Nordstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Nordstadt.
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