Train from Cologne to Osnabrück: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cologne to Osnabrück on January 31
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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Osnabrück

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Osnabrück. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day
2hAverage Duration
105 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$25 - $52Average Duration8h 45m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$12 - $89Average Duration2h 10m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$13 - $24Average Duration2h
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Osnabrück by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Osnabrück?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Osnabrück start from $12. The average price for this train route is around $32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Cologne to Osnabrück?

    The average train ride duration from Cologne to Osnabrück is 2h 10m, covering a distance of 104 miles (167 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 4m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators service the Cologne to Osnabrück route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Osnabrück?

    The earliest train departs from Cologne to Osnabrück at 6:11am. And the latest train departs at 8:11pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Cologne to Osnabrück?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Osnabrück?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Osnabrück?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Osnabrück?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
01/28
$50
01/29
$18
Today
$38
01/31
$16
02/01
$16
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Osnabrück was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Osnabrück, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $136 for a train ticket from Cologne to Osnabrück based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2026-01-31.

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