The average train between Hanover and Cologne takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 3h. There is an hourly train service from Hanover to Cologne. 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 Hanover and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 2:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Hanover is at 10:31 PM which arrives into Cologne at 1:42 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hanover station and arriving at Cologne station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 8m.
Hanover to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hannover Hbf station.
Hanover to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Hanover to Cologne train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Hanover and Cologne is 249.8 km. The road distance is 295 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €55–130 and the journey takes 2h 35m.