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Museumsquartier Osnabrück
Large cultural history museum with art, archaeology, and city history exhibits spread across several historic buildings.
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£34
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
2 h 15 m
Trains on 03 Sept
8
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Osnabrück is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Osnabrück will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 8 trains from Cologne to Osnabrück, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 167 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 35 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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ICE 616
ICE 204
ICE 614
ICE 202
ICE 616
ICE 614
ICE 204
ICE 202
FlixTrainOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Osnabrück among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, while a flight costs an average of £261.
Distance: 167 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price | £261 Average Price | £27 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Osnabrück:
A train is £8 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Cologne to Osnabrück costing on average £28.
A train is £241 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Osnabrück costing on average £261.
Other travel options to Osnabrück take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 14m.
Flight takes on average 4h 0m.
The journey is about 17m faster (2h 14m by train vs 2h 31m by car) and roughly £8 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£19 vs £27). 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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 Cologne to Osnabrück trains for tomorrow, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 616 | On time 8:11 Cologne Hbf | 2h10 | 10:21 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 8:38 Cologne Hbf | 2h35 | 11:13 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 204 | On time 9:11 Cologne Hbf | 2h11 | 11:22 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
17410 · 10213 | 9:21 Cologne Hbf | 2h58 | 12:19 Osnabrück Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 614 | On time 10:11 Cologne Hbf | 2h10 | 12:21 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
17412 · 10215 | 10:21 Cologne Hbf | 2h49 | 13:10 Osnabrück Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 202 | On time 11:11 Cologne Hbf | 2h11 | 13:22 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
17414 · 10217 | 11:21 Cologne Hbf | 2h58 | 14:19 Osnabrück Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Cologne to Osnabrück run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 167 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 167 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:53 |
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Discover the best of Osnabrück — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Osnabrück trip today.
Large cultural history museum with art, archaeology, and city history exhibits spread across several historic buildings.
Museum in a former monastery presenting Felix Nussbaum’s work and the life of the Jewish painter in a striking modern building.
Museum on Erich Maria Remarque’s life and work, with literature, exile, and anti-war themes in a compact historic setting.
Historic market square framed by gabled houses, the town hall, and St. Marien. A classic starting point for exploring the old town.
Popular pedestrian street with independent shops, old façades, and easy access to major sights. Good for a relaxed city stroll.
Green palace gardens behind Schloss Osnabrück, ideal for a quiet walk, seasonal flowers, and a break close to the city centre.
A hearty kale stew from north-west Germany, usually cooked with smoked sausage and potatoes. A cold-season staple around Osnabrück.
Pan-fried potato slices with onions and bacon, often served as a rustic side or main. A classic everyday dish in Lower Saxony and Westphalia.
A robust green bean stew with potatoes and bacon or sausage. Traditional farmhouse cooking typical of the Osnabrück region.
Upscale dining focused on refined modern cuisine and carefully presented plates in an elegant city-centre setting.
Popular casual spot for flammkuchen and wine, with a relaxed atmosphere suited to a light meal in the centre.
Traditional German inn serving regional classics and seasonal dishes in a historic, cosy setting in the old town.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transport is reasonable and many sights are low-cost compared with larger German cities.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is standard in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Osnabrück Hbf -> Neumarkt, Osnabrück
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Osnabrück 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 Osnabrück, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Osnabrück trains use the Köln Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Osnabrück Altstadt. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Osnabrück 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.
Osnabrück 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: Beykebab, Kochlöffel, Algarve Grill, Pizza Max
Wi-Fi is available at Osnabrück Hbf. ATMs are available at Osnabrück Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Osnabrück Hbf. Information desks are available at Osnabrück Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Osnabrück Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Osnabrück Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Osnabrück Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Osnabrück Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Pension Haus Auf Dem Klushügel, Best Western Hotel Hohenzollern, Ibis Budget, Boardinghouse Villa Il Paradiso.
Osnabrück Altstadt 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: McDonald's, Cafe Extrablatt, Cafe & Bar Celona, Café Mano Negra
Wi-Fi is available at Osnabrück Altstadt. ATMs are available at Osnabrück Altstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Osnabrück Altstadt. Information desks are available at Osnabrück Altstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Osnabrück Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Osnabrück Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Osnabrück Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Osnabrück Altstadt.
Nearby hotels include Romantikhotel Walhalla, Dom-Hotel, Hotel am Nikolaiort, Bergmann Boardinghouse.
Osnabrück-Sutthausen is 4 km from Osnabrück city centre. Public transport options include:
Osnabrück-Sutthausen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Osnabrück-Sutthausen.
Available at Osnabrück-Sutthausen: Parking.
Available at Osnabrück-Sutthausen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Osnabrück-Sutthausen.
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