Train from Cologne to Osnabrück: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cologne to Osnabrück on December 12
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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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      Regional-Express + InterCity
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      Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Osnabrück

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Osnabrück. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      4carpool per day
      2hAverage Duration
      105 milesDistance
      7kgCO₂ emissions
      Average Price$31 - $58Average Duration11h 45m
      4kg CO₂e
      Average Price$14 - $82Average Duration2h 20m
      4kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      Average Price$14 - $22Average Duration2h
      7kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Osnabrück by train

      Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $14. The average price for this train route is around $43. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

        The average train ride duration from Cologne to Osnabrück is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 103 miles (167 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 7m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

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

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Osnabrück?

        The earliest train departs from Cologne to Osnabrück at 6:05am. And the latest train departs at 8:47pm.

      5. What 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

      7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Osnabrück?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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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