1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£64
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 39 m
Trains on 17 Sept
14
Distance
283 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Offenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Offenburg will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
To travel from Cologne to Offenburg you need to make at least one change.
ICE 511 · ICE 275
ICE 921 · 4251 · ICE 511 · ICE 275
ICE 23 · ICE 711 · ICE 101 · 4719
ICE 515 · ICE 279
ICE 915 · ICE 71
ICE 915 · ICE 71
ICE 515 · ICE 279
ICE 513 · ICE 277
ICE 511 · ICE 275
ICE 101 · 4719Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Offenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, while a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 283 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£53 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Offenburg:
A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Offenburg costing on average £53.
Other travel options to Offenburg take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 0m.
You'll arrive about 50m sooner (3h 6m by train vs 3h 56m by car). Tickets start at around £53 compared to roughly £51 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Offenburg trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60403 | Delayed 22:21 0:24Cologne Hbf | 5h31 | 2:49 2:49Offenburg station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
ICE 511 · ICE 275 | On time 5:48 Cologne Hbf | 2h41 | 8:29 Offenburg station | 1 change | |
ICE 23 · ICE 711 · ICE 101 · 4719 | On time 5:53 Cologne Hbf | 4h03 | 9:56 Offenburg station | 3 changes | |
IC 2348 · ICE 277 | On time 6:53 Cologne Hbf | 3h36 | 10:29 Offenburg station | 1 change | |
ICE 101 · 4719 | On time 6:56 Cologne Hbf | 3h00 | 9:56 Offenburg station | 1 change | |
ICE 25 · ICE 915 · ICE 71 | On time 7:53 Cologne Hbf | 4h05 | 11:58 Offenburg station | 2 changes | |
ICE 513 · ICE 277 | On time 7:54 Cologne Hbf | 2h35 | 10:29 Offenburg station | 1 change | |
IC 2040 · ICE 279 | On time 8:53 Cologne Hbf | 3h36 | 12:29 Offenburg station | 1 change | |
ICE 103 · 4723 | On time 8:56 Cologne Hbf | 3h00 | 11:56 Offenburg station | 1 change | |
ICE 915 · ICE 71 | On time 9:32 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h26 | 11:58 Offenburg station | 1 change | |
ICE 515 · ICE 279 | On time 9:54 Cologne Hbf | 2h35 | 12:29 Offenburg station | 1 change | |
ICE 27 · ICE 225 · ECE 5 | On time 9:55 Cologne Hbf | 4h03 | 13:58 Offenburg station | 2 changes | |
ICE 2013 · ICE 371 | On time 10:53 Cologne Hbf | 3h36 | 14:29 Offenburg station | 1 change | |
ICE 105 · 4727 | On time 10:56 Cologne Hbf | 3h00 | 13:56 Offenburg station | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Cologne to Offenburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 283 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 283 km |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Best time to book 1 day |
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Discover the best of Offenburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Offenburg trip today.
City museum covering Offenburg’s history, archaeology and everyday life, housed in a historic building in the old town.
Compact museum on the local Jewish community, documenting faith, persecution and remembrance with focused historical displays.
Museum in Zell-Weierbach dedicated to painter and illustrator Otto Ernst Sutter, with works linked to regional culture.
Offenburg’s central square, lined with historic façades, fountains and outdoor seating, ideal for orientating yourself in the old town.
Popular pedestrian street with shops, historic buildings and easy access to the city centre’s main sights and squares.
Green riverside park and walking area on the edge of the centre, good for a relaxed stroll and views of the old fortification zone.
A Black Forest gateau of chocolate sponge, cherries, cream and Kirsch. It is a signature regional dessert closely associated with Baden and the Black Forest.
A thin pancake soup served in clear beef broth. It is a classic soup across Baden and Swabia, valued as a homely starter in local inns.
Cheese-topped egg noodles, often with fried onions. This hearty Swabian-Baden dish is a beloved comfort food in south-west Germany.
Traditional Baden inn serving regional dishes and local wines in a historic, cosy setting in the heart of Offenburg.
Established restaurant focused on refined regional cooking with seasonal ingredients and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Casual, well-known spot for Alsatian and Baden classics such as tarte flambée, with a lively brasserie feel.
Offenburg is moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are cheaper than in big cities, while local transport and everyday costs remain fairly typical.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is normal in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés for table service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Offenburg 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 Offenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Offenburg trains use the Köln Hbf to Offenburg station pair, with some services arriving at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Offenburg 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 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.
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.
Offenburg 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: Quoc-Thai, Grill & Kebaphaus, Drehers Stehcafe, Museumscafe
Wi-Fi is available at Offenburg. ATMs are available at Offenburg.
Ticket office support is available at Offenburg. Information desks are available at Offenburg.
Luggage storage is available at Offenburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Offenburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Offenburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Offenburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sonne, Boarding House Alte Spinnerei, Hotel Union.
Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum is 1 km from Offenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum 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: Borofskys, Fantasia Offenburg
Wi-Fi is available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum. ATMs are available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum.
Ticket office support is available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum. Information desks are available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum.
Luggage storage is available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum.
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