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 8h 2m.

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 46m and costs €55 - €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 Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Obernai via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Cologne to Obernai?

The distance between Cologne and Obernai is 408 km. The road distance is 354.1 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 via Mannheim which takes 4h 38m and costs €70 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m 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 Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Obernai?

The best way to get from Cologne to Obernai is to train via Mannheim which takes 4h 38m and costs €70 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h 2m.

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 354 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m 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 2739+ 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 via Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 82 / ...
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Obernaitrain Ter
4h 38m
€74–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bonn UN Campus to Strasbourgbus FlixBus N11
8h 2m
€35–56
Night train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Offenburgnighttrain Nj
7h 5m
€38–180
Drive 354.1 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Obernaicar 354.1 km
3h 46m
€56–81
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Offenburgtrain Nightjet
7h 5m
€57–325

Cologne to Obernai by train

28Weekly Trains

4h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 408.2 km
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Obernai via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Strasbourg Bahnhof, and Strasbourg in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bonn UN Campus to Strasbourg twice daily. Tickets cost €24–40 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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