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Cologne to Hanover trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cologne and Hanover takes 3h 5m and the fastest train takes 3h. There is a train service every few hours from Cologne to Hanover. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 5m
Duration
295 km
Distance
€70
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Cologne to Hanover train times

Trains run hourly between Cologne and Hanover. The earliest departure is at 4:25 AM at night, and the last departure from Cologne is at 11:27 PM which arrives into Hanover at 2:35 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 295 km
  • Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Hanover, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Hannover Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €55–130 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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