What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Obernai?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Obernai is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 7h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Obernai is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Obernai?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Obernai. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Obernai via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Cologne to Obernai?

The distance between Cologne and Obernai is 410 km. The road distance is 353.2 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Obernai without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Obernai without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs €55 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Obernai?

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Cologne to Obernai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Obernai train from?

Cologne to Obernai train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Obernai?

The best way to get from Cologne to Obernai is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs €55 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Cologne to Obernai train arrive?

Cologne to Obernai train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Obernai?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Obernai is 353 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Cologne to Obernai.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Obernai?

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Where can I stay near Obernai?

There are 906+ hotels available in Obernai.

Cologne to Obernai - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Obernai by train, bus, night train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 82 / ...
4h 47m
€57–181
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bonn UN Campus to Strasbourgbus FlixBus N11
7h 59m
€35–56
Night train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Offenburgnighttrain Nj
7h 16m
€38–170
Drive 353.2 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Obernaicar 353.2 km
3h 48m
€54–78
Train via Offenburg
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Offenburg Bahnhoftrain 20 / ...
4h 58m
€69–240

Cologne to Obernai by train

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4h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 409.6 km
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Obernai, France?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Obernai via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Strasbourg Bahnhof, and Strasbourg in around 4h 47m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bonn UN Campus to Strasbourg twice daily. Tickets cost €23–40 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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