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Deutsches Märchen- und Wesersagenmuseum
Museum on German fairy tales and legends. Its family-friendly displays and changing exhibitions make it one of the town’s most distinctive visits.
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Bad Oeynhausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Bad Oeynhausen will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 9 trains that leave Cologne for Bad Oeynhausen every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 191 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 57 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.
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17414 · 89719Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Bad Oeynhausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £214.
Distance: 191 km
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£38 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price | £310 Average Price |
3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Bad Oeynhausen trains for today, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 10:07 Cologne | 3h11 | 13:18 Bad Oeynhausen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Cologne to Bad Oeynhausen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 191 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Discover the best of Bad Oeynhausen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bad Oeynhausen trip today.
Museum on German fairy tales and legends. Its family-friendly displays and changing exhibitions make it one of the town’s most distinctive visits.
Museum and visitor site at the famous spring linked to the town’s spa origins. It explains the saltwater source that shaped Bad Oeynhausen.
Local history museum in a listed farmhouse in the Rehme district. It offers insight into regional rural life, crafts and everyday objects.
Large landscaped spa park with historic buildings, fountains and mature trees. It is the town’s signature strolling area and a year-round highlight.
Riverside park and leisure area along the Werre. Popular for walks, events and open green space close to the town centre.
Well-used path beside the Weser for scenic walks and cycling. It offers open river views and a calmer side of the town beyond the spa centre.
Westphalian ham, dry-cured and lightly smoked. A regional staple from North Rhine-Westphalia, valued for its savoury flavour and long farmhouse tradition.
Hearty cabbage stew with potatoes and sausage or pork. A classic cold-weather dish across Westphalia and nearby Lower Saxony.
Pan-fried blood sausage with onions and mashed potatoes. Traditional pub food in the region, rich and strongly linked to rural cooking.
Well-known local restaurant with classic regional and seasonal dishes, offering a comfortable, dependable dining experience.
Elegant restaurant in Bad Oeynhausen’s Kurpark area, known for refined German and international cooking in a polished setting.
Traditional brewery-style venue serving hearty German dishes and beer in a relaxed, established atmosphere near the town centre.
Moderate for Germany. Accommodation and dining are usually lower than in major cities, while local transport and everyday costs remain fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is often included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is polite in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés for table service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Bad Oeynhausen 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 Bad Oeynhausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Bad Oeynhausen trains use the Köln Hbf to Bad Oeynhausen station pair, with some services arriving at Bad Oeynhausen Süd. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Bad Oeynhausen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln 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: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen 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: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz 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: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Bad Oeynhausen 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: Das Brunnenmeisterhaus, Bistro Lovina, KFC, China Restaurant CAO
Wi-Fi is available at Bad Oeynhausen. ATMs are available at Bad Oeynhausen.
Ticket office support is available at Bad Oeynhausen. Information desks are available at Bad Oeynhausen.
Luggage storage is available at Bad Oeynhausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bad Oeynhausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bad Oeynhausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bad Oeynhausen.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Bosse, Hotel Mercure Bad Oeynhausen City, Hotel Königshof, Hotel Arador-City.
Bad Oeynhausen Süd is 1 km from Bad Oeynhausen city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Bad Oeynhausen Süd 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: Bistro Lovina, Die Olive, Berlin Döner, China Restaurant CAO
Wi-Fi is available at Bad Oeynhausen Süd. ATMs are available at Bad Oeynhausen Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Bad Oeynhausen Süd. Information desks are available at Bad Oeynhausen Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Bad Oeynhausen Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bad Oeynhausen Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bad Oeynhausen Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bad Oeynhausen Süd.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Bosse, Hotel Mercure Bad Oeynhausen City, Hotel Königshof, Hotel-Restaurant Trollinger Hof.
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