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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Ostrava
Cheapest price
£148
Average price
£148
Fastest journey
11 h 19 m
Average duration
11 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
812 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Ostrava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Ostrava will cost around £148 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £148.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cologne for Ostrava every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 812 km distance in an average of 11 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 h 19 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cologne to Ostrava
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Ostrava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 812 km
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£88 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest |
13h 7m Average total duration Fastest 12h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 29m Average total duration 13h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne to Ostrava train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Ostrava trains for tomorrow, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:44 Cologne | 11h19 | 19:03 Ostrava | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Ostrava
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Trains from Cologne to Ostrava run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:54, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 812 km distance in 11h 19m.
Distance 812 km |
Average train duration 12h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 11h 19m |
First train 01:54 |
Last train 23:30 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Ostrava trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne and Ostrava from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Cologne to Ostrava train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Ostrava 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 Ostrava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Ostrava
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Subway
- Ganesha
- Magnus
- Borsalino
- Hotel Chelsea
- Hotel Mado
- Elite Hotel
- Blacksheep Hostel
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Weiler Kebap
- Başak Grill
- Le'zzet
- Seniorencafé Treffpunkt
- Haus Wester
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- McDonald's
- Wartesaal am Dom
- Alte Feuerwache
- Al Andalus
- A&O Köln Dom
- City Pension Storch II
- Azimut Hotel
- First Domizil
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts
- 4:30 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Nádražní street.
- Restaurant Slunečnice
- Pivnice U Rady
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Maria
- Hotel Brioni
- Mercure Ostrava Center Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Slovakia, Poland, Austria, and regional destinations
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
AccessibilityWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Peterkova street.
- Restaurant U Dvoraka
- Pizzeria Coloseum
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Clarion Congress Hotel Ostrava
- Hotel Jan Maria
- Hotel Akord
- Located in the main hall
- Auto Europe
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 3, Line 4, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
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