What is the cheapest way to get from Lower Saxony to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Lower Saxony to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €11 - €22 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lower Saxony to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Lower Saxony to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Lower Saxony and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Lower Saxony to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Hannover Hbf and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Südviertel, Essen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Lower Saxony and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hannover Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Lower Saxony to Cologne?

The distance between Lower Saxony and Cologne is 295 km. The road distance is 291.1 km.

How do I travel from Lower Saxony to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Lower Saxony to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs €25 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Lower Saxony to Cologne?

The train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lower Saxony to Cologne bus from?

Lower Saxony to Cologne bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, depart from Hannover Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Lower Saxony to Cologne train from?

Lower Saxony to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Lower Saxony to Cologne?

The best way to get from Lower Saxony to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs €25 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Lower Saxony to Cologne bus arrive?

Lower Saxony to Cologne bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Lower Saxony to Cologne train arrive?

Lower Saxony to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Lower Saxony to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Lower Saxony to Cologne is 291 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Lower Saxony to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Lower Saxony to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1790+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Lower Saxony to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Lower Saxony and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Lower Saxony to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Lower Saxony to Cologne by train, bus, car, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
2h 35m
€25–75
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Hanover to Colognerideshare 291.1 km
3h 15m
€11–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hannover Hbf to Essen Hbfbus Dnipro
2. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
3h 36m
Drive 291.1 km
1. Drive from Hanover to Colognecar 291.1 km
2h 32m
€41–60
Train via Wuppertal
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Wuppertal Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Wuppertal Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
3h 6m
€34–97

Lower Saxony to Cologne by train

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Distance: 295 km
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Lower Saxony, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €25–75 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hannover Hbf to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Essen Hbf and Südviertel, Essen in around 3h 36m.

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