What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Hanau?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Hanau is to bus which costs €28 - €50 and takes 2h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Hanau?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Hanau is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs €35 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Hanau?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Hanau. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Hanau Marktplatz via Hanau Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Hanau?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Hanau Hauptbahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Cologne to Hanau?

The distance between Cologne and Hanau is 200 km. The road distance is 210.6 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Hanau without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Hanau without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs €35 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Hanau?

The train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Hanau Hauptbahnhof takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Hanau bus from?

Cologne to Hanau bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Köln station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Hanau train from?

Cologne to Hanau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Hanau?

The best way to get from Cologne to Hanau is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs €35 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €50 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Cologne to Hanau bus arrive?

Cologne to Hanau bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB station.

Where does the Cologne to Hanau train arrive?

Cologne to Hanau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hanau Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Hanau?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Hanau is 211 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Cologne to Hanau.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Hanau?

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Where can I stay near Hanau?

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Cologne to Hanau - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 41 train

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Hanau by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Hanau Hauptbahnhoftrain 41
1h 25m
€35–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Köln to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOBbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2h 39m
€28–47
Drive 210.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Hanaucar 210.6 km
1h 52m
€31–45
Line 41 train, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Düsseldorf Hbftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DUS - FRA
3h 26m
€110–208
Train via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Hanau Hbftrain Re / ...
2h 14m
€29–74

Cologne to Hanau by train

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Distance: 199.8 km
Duration: 1h 25m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Hanau Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €35–75 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, GrandBus operates a bus from Köln to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB once daily. Tickets cost €24–26 and the journey takes 2h 3m.

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