The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Hanover
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap bus 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 $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 7 buses that leave Cologne for Hanover on Sat, Mar 21, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 250 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 30 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.
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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, 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 bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 15m. 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 $12, and a flight costs an average of $293.
Distance: 155 miles (250 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price | $413 Average price |
4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 3h 44m 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.
Cologne to Hanover Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Live departures
Cologne to Hanover bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Hanover buses for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 4:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 6h05 | 10:50 PM Hanover Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 5h20 | 1:50 AM Hanover Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Hanover
Buses from Cologne to Hanover run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€9) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) 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 155 miles (250 km) distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 155 miles (250 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€9) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 02:35 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest month Jul |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Apr - Jun |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Thu |
Least busy day Sun |
Best day to book ahead 35 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Wupsi from Cologne to HanoverYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Hanover with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Wupsi for as low as $7 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Hanover
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Hanover 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 Hanover, 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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