Train from Cologne to Osnabrück: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Cologne to Osnabrück on 12 December
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FlixtrainTrain
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    Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
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    FlixtrainTrain
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      S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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      Cologne Messe/Deutz
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      Regional-Express + InterCity
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      Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Osnabrück

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Osnabrück. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just R 226, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      4carpool per day
      2hAverage duration
      168 kmDistance
      7kgCO₂ emissions
      Average priceR 535 - R 997Average duration11h 45m
      4kg CO₂e
      Average priceR 226 - R 1 403Average duration2h 20m
      4kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      Average priceR 226 - R 380Average duration2h
      7kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Osnabrück by train

      Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

      1. How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Osnabrück?

        The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Osnabrück start from R 226. The average price for this train route is around R 739. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the train journey from Cologne to Osnabrück?

        The average train journey time from Cologne to Osnabrück is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 167 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 7m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

      3. Which train operators serve the Cologne to Osnabrück route?

        Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.

      4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Osnabrück?

        The earliest train from Cologne to Osnabrück departs at 06:05. And the latest train departs at 20:47.

      5. Which is the best train operator from Cologne to Osnabrück?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

      6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Osnabrück?

        Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

      7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Osnabrück?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

      8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Osnabrück?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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