Bus from Cologne to Hanover: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Cologne to Hanover on 31 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Hannover ZOBCheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain
    		Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
    		Hannover HauptbahnhofFastest
    Flixbus
    		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    		Hannover ZOBNo tags
    Flixbus
    		Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
    		Hannover ZOBNo tags
    Flixbus
    		Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
    		Hannover ZOBNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:43 PM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Hanover

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hanover. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just R 287, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    14carpool per day
    3hAverage duration
    250 kmDistance
    10kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average priceR 215 - R 470Average duration5h 20m
    6kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average priceR 192 - R 4 542Average duration3h 9m
    6kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average priceR 287 - R 557Average duration3h
    10kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Hanover by bus

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Hanover?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Hanover start at R 215. The average price for this route is around R 255. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Hanover?

      The average bus journey time from Cologne to Hanover is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 242 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Hanover route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Hanover?

      The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Hanover at 17:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:10.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Hanover?

      A bus trip from Cologne to Hanover produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    28/01
    R 306
    29/01
    R 257
    Today
    R 306
    31/01
    R 268
    01/02
    R 286
    02/02
    R 228
    03/02
    R 207
    04/02
    R 198
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Hanover was searched and found on 04 Feb 2026 with a price of R 198

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Hanover as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from R 198 to R 326 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Hanover based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 198, which is on 2026-02-04.

    What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Hanover?

    busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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