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Trip Overview

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.

3h 8m
Duration
295 km
Distance
€70
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Hanover to Cologne train times

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 9:31 PM which arrives into Cologne at 12:46 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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  • Distance: 295 km
  • Duration: 3h 8m

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

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.

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