How to get from Cologne to Hanau

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What is the best way to travel from Cologne to Hanau?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool and Trains to Hanau from Cologne. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
1h 50m
£29
£34
94
Car
2h 0m
£11
£13
3

What is the cheapest way to reach Hanau from Cologne?

You can reach Hanau with just £11 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Wednesday
from £11
Thursday
Friday
from £29
Saturday
Sunday
from £13
Monday
Tuesday

    Cheapest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    10:50
    Cologne
    12:50
    Hanau
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £11
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 10m
    0
    20:00
    Cologne
    22:10
    Hanau
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £13
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 10m
    0
    11:00
    Cologne
    13:10
    Hanau
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £16

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 13m
    0
    05:24
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    08:37
    Hanau
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £29
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 50m
    0
    20:33
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    22:23
    Hanau
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 26m
    0
    21:57
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    00:23
    Hanau
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 33m
    0
    17:50
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    21:23
    Hanau
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £36
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 53m
    0
    20:08
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    22:01
    Hanau
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £38

    Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 10m
    0
    20:00
    Cologne
    22:10
    Hanau
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £13

What are the fastest trips from Cologne to Hanau?

You can get to Hanau from Cologne in just 1h 50m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Wednesday
from 2h 0m
Thursday
Friday
from 1h 50m
Saturday
Sunday
from 2h 10m
Monday
Tuesday

    Fastest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    10:50
    Cologne
    12:50
    Hanau
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £11
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 10m
    0
    20:00
    Cologne
    22:10
    Hanau
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £13
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 10m
    0
    11:00
    Cologne
    13:10
    Hanau
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £16

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 50m
    0
    20:33
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    22:23
    Hanau
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 53m
    0
    20:08
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    22:01
    Hanau
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £38
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 26m
    0
    21:57
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    00:23
    Hanau
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 13m
    0
    05:24
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    08:37
    Hanau
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £29
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 33m
    0
    17:50
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    21:23
    Hanau
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £36

    Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 10m
    0
    20:00
    Cologne
    22:10
    Hanau
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £13
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Cologne to Hanau

What are the most popular stations in Cologne and Hanau?

In Cologne, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station or Messe/Deutz Train Station, while in Hanau you will be arriving at Nord Train Station, Central Bus Station or Heumarkt Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Hanau from Cologne? With 3 connections between 2 Carpool and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cologne and Hanau, you can pay as low as £11 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Hanau in just 1h 50m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cologne and Hanau are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Cologne and Hanau is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Huerth or to Hainburg, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at Frankfurt am Main Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Cologne to Hanau?

The most popular companies between Cologne and Hanau, are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Cologne to Hanau

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cologne to Hanau. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Cologne to Hanau

How can I reach Hanau from Cologne?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Carpool and Train, with which you can get to Hanau from Cologne.

How far is Hanau from Cologne?

The distance between Cologne and Hanau is 165.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cologne and Hanau?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 4 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 28 kgs, and a flight 41 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cologne to Hanau?

You can get to Hanau with just £11 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Hanau in just 1h 50m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Cologne and to Hanau

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cologne and to Hanau. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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