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What is the best way to travel from Osnabrück to Cologne?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Carpool to Cologne from Osnabrück. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest, while Carpool is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
2h 36m
£11
£11
144
Car
1h 50m
£11
£12
17

What is the cheapest way to reach Cologne from Osnabrück?

You can reach Cologne with just £11 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday
from £11
Monday
from £11
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from £15

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 48m
    0
    01:19
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    05:07
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 36m
    0
    06:49
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    09:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 40m
    0
    07:45
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    10:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 36m
    0
    08:49
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    11:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 44m
    0
    09:41
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    12:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11

    • Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 10m
    0
    13:10
    Osnabrück
    15:20
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £11
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 50m
    0
    13:30
    Osnabrück
    15:20
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £12
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    14:50
    Osnabrück
    16:50
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £12
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 10m
    0
    16:00
    Osnabrück
    18:10
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £12
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 57m
    0
    13:30
    Osnabrück
    15:40
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £13

    Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 40m
    0
    05:45
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    08:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 38m
    0
    06:47
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    09:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 40m
    0
    07:45
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    10:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 36m
    0
    08:49
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    11:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 44m
    0
    09:41
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    12:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11

    Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 51m
    0
    14:30
    Osnabrück
    17:20
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £15

What are the fastest trips from Osnabrück to Cologne?

You can get to Cologne from Osnabrück in just 1h 50m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 1h 50m
Monday
from 2h 36m
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from 2h 51m

    Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 50m
    0
    13:30
    Osnabrück
    15:20
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £12
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 57m
    0
    13:30
    Osnabrück
    15:40
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £13
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    14:50
    Osnabrück
    16:50
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £12
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 10m
    0
    13:10
    Osnabrück
    15:20
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £11
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 10m
    0
    16:00
    Osnabrück
    18:10
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £12

    • Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 36m
    0
    06:49
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    09:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 36m
    0
    08:49
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    11:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 40m
    0
    07:45
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    10:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 44m
    0
    09:41
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    12:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 48m
    0
    01:19
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    05:07
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 36m
    0
    08:49
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    11:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 38m
    0
    06:47
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    09:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 40m
    0
    05:45
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    08:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 40m
    0
    07:45
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    10:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 44m
    0
    09:41
    Osnabrück
    Central Station
    12:25
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    First Class
    from £11

    Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 51m
    0
    14:30
    Osnabrück
    17:20
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £15
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Osnabrück to Cologne

What are the most popular stations in Osnabrück and Cologne?

In Osnabrück, you will usually depart from Central Station, Station or Sutthausen, while in Cologne you will be arriving at Central Station, Messe/Deutz Train Station or Central Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cologne from Osnabrück? With 5 connections between 2 Train and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Osnabrück and Cologne, you can pay as low as £11 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Cologne in just 1h 50m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Osnabrück and Cologne are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Osnabrück and Cologne is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Belm or to Huerth, and look at flights from Münster/Osnabruck Airport, and landing at Dusseldorf Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Osnabrück to Cologne?

The most popular companies between Osnabrück and Cologne, are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Osnabrück to Cologne

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Osnabrück to Cologne. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Osnabrück to Cologne

How can I reach Cologne from Osnabrück?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Cologne from Osnabrück.

How far is Cologne from Osnabrück?

The distance between Osnabrück and Cologne is 167.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Osnabrück and Cologne?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 28 kgs, and a flight 41 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Osnabrück to Cologne?

You can get to Cologne with just £11 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

What is the fastest way to get from Osnabrück to Cologne?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cologne in just 1h 50m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Osnabrück and to Cologne

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Osnabrück and to Cologne. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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