Next available departures

Next departures for Hanover to Cologne on August 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:00am	Hannover ZOB	6h 5m	1:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
2:40am	Hannover ZOB	5h 5m	7:45am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
2:40am	Hannover ZOB	5h 40m	8:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
7:00am	Hannover ZOB	5h 35m	12:35pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags

Next departures for Hanover to Cologne on August 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:00am	Hannover ZOB	6h 5m	1:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
DB Regio Nord + S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	6:18am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 16m	10:34am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	2:40am	Hannover ZOB	5h 40m	8:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
DB Regio Nord + S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	6:18am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 16m	10:34am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	2:40am	Hannover ZOB	5h 5m	7:45am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags
DB Regio Nord + S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	6:18am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 41m	10:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	7:00am	Hannover ZOB	5h 35m	12:35pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags
DB Regio Nord + S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	6:18am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 41m	10:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Hanover to Cologne on August 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:00am	Hannover ZOB	6h 5m	1:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
DB Regio Nord + S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	6:18am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 16m	10:34am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	2:40am	Hannover ZOB	5h 40m	8:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
DB Regio Nord + S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	6:18am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 16m	10:34am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	2:40am	Hannover ZOB	5h 5m	7:45am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags
DB Regio Nord + S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	6:18am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 41m	10:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	7:00am	Hannover ZOB	5h 35m	12:35pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags
DB Regio Nord + S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	6:18am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 41m	10:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Hanover to Cologne on August 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:00am	Hannover ZOB	6h 5m	1:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
DB Regio Nord + S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	6:18am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 16m	10:34am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	2:40am	Hannover ZOB	5h 40m	8:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
DB Regio Nord + S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	6:18am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 16m	10:34am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	2:40am	Hannover ZOB	5h 5m	7:45am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags
DB Regio Nord + S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	6:18am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 41m	10:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	7:00am	Hannover ZOB	5h 35m	12:35pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags
DB Regio Nord + S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	6:18am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 41m	10:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Hanover to Cologne on August 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:00am	Hannover ZOB	6h 5m	1:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
DB Regio Nord + S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	6:18am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 16m	10:34am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	2:40am	Hannover ZOB	5h 40m	8:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
DB Regio Nord + S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	6:18am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 16m	10:34am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	7:36pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 19m	11:55pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	2:40am	Hannover ZOB	5h 5m	7:45am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags
DB Regio Nord + S-Bahn Hannover + National Express	6:18am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 41m	10:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	7:36pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 19m	11:55pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Hanover to Cologne on August 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:00am	Hannover ZOB	6h 5m	1:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
2:40am	Hannover ZOB	5h 5m	7:45am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
2:40am	Hannover ZOB	5h 40m	8:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
7:00am	Hannover ZOB	5h 35m	12:35pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Hanover to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just R$47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

39train per day

3h 18mAverage Duration

155 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR$86 - R$642	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR$47 - R$994	Average Duration3h 18m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Hanover and Cologne

Stops in Hanover

A
Hannover ZOB
Rundestraße 8, 30161 Hannover, Germany
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B
Hannover Hauptbahnhof
Niki-de-Saint-Phalle-Promenade 54, 30159 Hannover, Germany
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C
Hannover
Rundestraße 12, 30161 Hannover, Germany
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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

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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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

3.5/513,120 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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.

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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 R$86. The average price for this route is around R$141. 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 40m, covering a distance of 152 miles (245 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hanover to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses 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 2:40am. 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 6.102150000000001 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.

Best price found

07/30

R$173

07/31

R$194

Today

R$145

08/02

R$145

08/03

R$133

08/04

R$124

08/05

R$123

08/06

R$124

The cheapest trip from Hanover to Cologne was searched and found on Aug 5, 2026 with a price of R$123

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 R$123 to R$219 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 R$123 which is on 2026-08-05.