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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lower Saxony to Cologne

Composite routes from Lower Saxony to Cologne

Cheapest
3 h 9 min
Car
347 km.
from $19
Fastest
1 h
Plane

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Hanover central bus station to Leverkusen
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$41.77

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Hannover-Langenhagen Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.59–$405.05

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$59.49

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$75.95
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$46.83–$53.16

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
info@flixbus.de
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.58–$39.24

Urlaubs-Express

Phone:
+49 (0) 221 800 20 820
Email:
info@urlaubs-express.de
Website:
urlaubs-express.de/
Train from Hannover Hbf to Göttingen
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$107.59–$139.24

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Hanover to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$29.11

Questions and Answers

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 $11.96 - $25 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 train which takes 2h 41m and costs $22.83 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Lower Saxony and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Lower Saxony station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Hanover central bus station and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

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 every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Lower Saxony to Cologne?

The distance between Lower Saxony and Cologne is 295 km. The road distance is 291.3 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 41m and costs $22.83 - $65.22 .

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

The train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf takes 2h 41m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Lower Saxony to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hanover central bus station.

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

Lower Saxony to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, 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 41m and costs $22.83 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $35.87 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Lower Saxony to Cologne bus arrive?

Lower Saxony to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Lower Saxony to Cologne train arrive?

Lower Saxony to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, 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 43m to drive from Lower Saxony to Cologne.

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

Book your Lower Saxony to Cologne train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1593+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $45.33 per night.

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.
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