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LUDWIGGALERIE Schloss Oberhausen
Contemporary art museum in Schloss Oberhausen, known for changing exhibitions and an approachable setting in a historic building.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£74
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£95
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
4 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
4 h 32 m
Trains on 19 Sept
8
Distance
462 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Oberhausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Oberhausen will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £74.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 8 trains from Berlin to Oberhausen, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 462 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Oberhausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £70 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £70, while a flight costs an average of £135.
Distance: 462 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£70 Average Price Cheapest | £73 Average Price | £135 Average Price | £73 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 22m Average total duration 12h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Oberhausen:
A train is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Berlin to Oberhausen costing on average £73.
A train is £65 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Oberhausen costing on average £135.
Other travel options to Oberhausen take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 26m.
Coach takes on average 12h 52m.
The journey is about 1h 44m faster (4h 26m by train vs 6h 10m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£70 vs £73). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Oberhausen trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:18 Berlin | 4h56 | 11:14 Oberhausen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:31 Berlin | 4h43 | 11:14 Oberhausen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:57 Berlin | 5h40 | 12:37 Oberhausen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:46 Berlin | 4h28 | 12:14 Oberhausen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:46 Berlin | 4h28 | 13:14 Oberhausen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:07 Berlin | 5h17 | 14:24 Oberhausen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:46 Berlin | 4h28 | 14:14 Oberhausen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Berlin to Oberhausen run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 462 km distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 462 km |
Average train duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:53 |
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Contemporary art museum in Schloss Oberhausen, known for changing exhibitions and an approachable setting in a historic building.
Industrial heritage museum in a former zinc factory, explaining Ruhr industry, work, and social history through immersive displays.
Art museum at Centro focused on photography, immersive installations, and digital culture, popular for visually striking temporary shows.
Large leisure and shopping district around the canal, combining promenades, entertainment venues, and major visitor attractions.
Landscaped former state garden show park with wide paths, play areas, and industrial remnants, good for relaxed walks.
Historic workers’ estate with quiet streets and restored houses, ideal for walking and understanding Oberhausen’s social history.
A hearty potato stew from the Ruhr area, often with vegetables and sausage. It is a working-class staple closely linked to local home cooking.
Pan-fried blood sausage with onions and mashed potato. It is a classic Rhineland and Ruhr comfort dish served in many traditional pubs.
Pickled beef with beetroot, onion and spices, usually served cold with fried potatoes. It is a long-standing regional speciality in western Germany.
Well-known local restaurant for hearty Ruhr and German classics with a relaxed pub atmosphere and generous portions.
Established upscale venue known for refined German and seasonal cooking in an elegant, contemporary atmosphere.
Traditional brewery-style restaurant serving German and Rhineland dishes in a lively, rustic setting at CentrO.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while local transport and everyday food remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service, usually handed directly to staff.
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Oberhausen Hbf -> Altmarkt, Oberhausen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Oberhausen 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 Oberhausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Berlin to Oberhausen trains use the Berlin Hbf to Oberhausen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Oberhausen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
Oberhausen Hbf is 1 km from Oberhausen city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Oberhausen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pizzarello, McDonald's, Subway, Lux
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen Hbf. ATMs are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen Hbf. Information desks are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oberhausen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oberhausen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Akzent, Garni, Hotel Residenz Oberhausen.
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd is 1 km from Oberhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pizza Nizza, Mandarin China-Spezialitäten, Teatro, Franziskaner
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. ATMs are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Information desks are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Oberhausen-Sterkrade is 2 km from Oberhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Oberhausen-Sterkrade has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pizzeria Napoli, Balcanico, Da Vito, Friet-van-Piet
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade. ATMs are available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade.
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade. Information desks are available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade.
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade.
Nearby hotels include Zum weißen Hirsch, Gasthof Harlos.
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