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.
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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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cologne station and arriving at Hanover station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.
Cologne to Hanover train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Hanover train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hannover Hbf station.
Book your Cologne to Hanover train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Cologne and Hanover is 249.8 km. The road distance is 295 km.
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.