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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Showing times and prices for 21 May
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
39
Distance
246 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Fast trains
To travel from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen you need to make at least one change.
S5 · 92144 · Bus RB89 · 2680021:557h34Hanover Hbf5:29Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£251One-way4 changes- IC 2446 · 2684421:404h47Hanover Hbf2:27Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£351One-way1 change
- ICE 1540 · S192:463h49Hanover Hbf6:35Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£361One-way1 change
- ICE 646 · S196:213h34Hanover Hbf9:55Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£581One-way1 change
- ICE 946 · 897127:313h42Hanover Hbf11:13Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£581One-way1 change
- ICE 644 · S198:313h24Hanover Hbf11:55Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£711One-way1 change
- ICE 944 · S199:313h24Hanover Hbf12:55Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£711One-way1 change
- ICE 942 · S1911:313h24Hanover Hbf14:55Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£851One-way1 change
- ICE 940 · S1913:313h24Hanover Hbf16:55Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£851One-way1 change
- ICE 848 · S1915:313h24Hanover Hbf18:55Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£851One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £253.
Distance: 246 km
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£48 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £356 Average Price |
3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen train times
The table below shows live departures for Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen trains for today, Wednesday 20 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60471 · ICE 618 · S19+ 24618 | Delayed 22:30 0:30Hanover Hbf | 5h52 | 6:22 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 3 changes | |
| ICE 1540 · S19 | Delayed 0:51 2:46Hanover Hbf | 3h49 | 6:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| Thursday 21 May | |||||
| IC 60471+15160+ICE 618 · S19 | 0:30 Hanover Hbf | 5h52 | 6:22 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 3 changes | |
| IC 2040 · ICE 103 · 89708 | 5:39 Hanover Hbf | 3h32 | 9:11 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 646 · S19 | 6:21 Hanover Hbf | 3h34 | 9:55 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 573 · ICE 128 · S19 | On time 6:53 Hanover Hbf | 4h09 | 11:02 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 946 · 89712 | On time 7:31 Hanover Hbf | 3h42 | 11:13 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| IC 2042 · ICE 105 · S19 | 7:40 Hanover Hbf | 3h35 | 11:15 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 1071 · ICE 728 · S19 | On time 7:41 Hanover Hbf | 3h54 | 11:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 644 · S19 | 8:31 Hanover Hbf | 3h24 | 11:55 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 1548 · 10621 | On time 8:56 Hanover Hbf | 3h54 | 12:50 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 944 · S19 | On time 9:31 Hanover Hbf | 3h24 | 12:55 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| IC 2044 · ICE 107 · S19 | On time 9:40 Hanover Hbf | 3h35 | 13:15 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 642 · 89718 | On time 10:31 Hanover Hbf | 3h40 | 14:11 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 1052 · 10625 | On time 10:56 Hanover Hbf | 3h54 | 14:50 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 942 · S19 | On time 11:31 Hanover Hbf | 3h24 | 14:55 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| IC 2046 · ICE 109 · 89720 | 11:40 Hanover Hbf | 3h31 | 15:11 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 1073 · ICE 720 · S19 | 11:42 Hanover Hbf | 3h40 | 15:22 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 640 · 89722 | On time 12:31 Hanover Hbf | 3h39 | 16:10 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 1546 · 10629 | On time 12:56 Hanover Hbf | 3h54 | 16:50 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 940 · S19 | On time 13:31 Hanover Hbf | 3h24 | 16:55 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| IC 2048 · ICE 201 · 89724 | 13:40 Hanover Hbf | 3h30 | 17:10 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 548 · 89726 | On time 14:31 Hanover Hbf | 3h40 | 18:11 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 1050 · 10633 | On time 14:56 Hanover Hbf | 3h54 | 18:50 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 848 · S19 | On time 15:31 Hanover Hbf | 3h24 | 18:55 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| IC 2440 · ICE 203 · 89728 | 15:40 Hanover Hbf | 3h31 | 19:11 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 1187 · ICE 622 · S19 | On time 15:41 Hanover Hbf | 3h54 | 19:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 546 · 89730 | On time 16:31 Hanover Hbf | 3h40 | 20:11 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 846 · S19 | 17:31 Hanover Hbf | 3h24 | 20:55 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| IC 2442 · ICE 205 · 89732 | On time 17:40 Hanover Hbf | 3h31 | 21:11 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 544 · 89734 | On time 18:31 Hanover Hbf | 3h40 | 22:11 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 1542 · 89736 | On time 18:56 Hanover Hbf | 4h15 | 23:11 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 1542 · 28535 · S19 | On time 18:56 Hanover Hbf | 4h00 | 22:56 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 844 · 91428 | 19:31 Hanover Hbf | 4h43 | 0:14 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| IC 2444 · 26836 · S19 | 19:40 Hanover Hbf | 3h45 | 23:25 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 542 · ICE 619 · 91428 | 20:31 Hanover Hbf | 3h43 | 0:14 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 842 · S19 | 21:31 Hanover Hbf | 3h54 | 1:25 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| IC 2446 · 26844 | 21:40 Hanover Hbf | 4h47 | 2:27 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| S5 · 92144 · Bus RB89 · 26800 | 21:55 Hanover Hbf | 7h34 | 5:29 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 4 changes | |
| ICE 79 · S8 · IC 60402 · 89702 | 21:55 Hanover Hbf | 8h16 | 6:11 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
GermanyGermany
Trains from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:56, the last at 10:31. The fastest train covers the 246 km distance in 3h 24m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Distance 246 km |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 6:56 |
Last train 10:31 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hanover Hbf and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 24m
Cheapest Price
£21
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FlixTrain
About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 22m
Cheapest Price
£5
FlixTrain frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Price
£60
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne/Bonn Flughafen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £21, while the average price tends to be around £48.
The train journey from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen covers a distance of 246 km and takes approximately 3h 24m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen is 246 km.
The first train from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen leaves at 6:56.
The last train from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen departs at 10:31.
Trains from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Hanover Hbf and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by FlixTrain.
To get from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen.
The cheapest way to get from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Hanover Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hanover Hbf and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Hanover
Cologne
The major train station for departures in Hanover is Hannover Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hannover Hbf for your trip from Hanover to Cologne.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located near the main entrance.
Dining
- Balzac Coffee
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- asiahung
- Mr. CLOU
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Pizza Hut
- & many more
Accessibility
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Grand Hotel Mussmann
- IntercityHotel Hannover
- Hotel Loccumer Hof
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
The major train station for arrivals in Cologne is Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln/Bonn Flughafen for your journey to Cologne from Hanover.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
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