Bus from Cologne to Hanover: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cologne to Hanover on 1 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Hannover ZOBCheapest
FlixbusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Hannover ZOBFastest
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Hannover ZOBNo tags
FlixbusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Hannover ZOBNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 22:52 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 £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day
3hAverage duration
155 milesDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£12 - £44Average duration5h 20m
6kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£7 - £133Average duration3h 15m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£11 - £32Average duration3h
10kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Hanover

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Hanover start from £12. The average price for this route is around £14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get 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 150 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 5m 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 07:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

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

    A bus journey from Cologne to Hanover produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended 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
28/11
£18
29/11
£15
Today
£19
01/12
£14
02/12
£12
03/12
£11
04/12
£12
05/12
£16
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Hanover was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £11

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 £11 to £48 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 £11, which is on 2025-12-03.

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