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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Oldenburg is to rideshare which costs €13 - €22 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Oldenburg is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Oldenburg?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Oldenburg. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf via Bremen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Cologne to Oldenburg?

The distance between Cologne and Oldenburg is 365 km. The road distance is 296.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Oldenburg without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs €30 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Cologne to Oldenburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Oldenburg train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Oldenburg train arrive?

Cologne to Oldenburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Osnabrück Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Oldenburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Oldenburg is 297 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Cologne to Oldenburg.

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

Book your Cologne to Oldenburg train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Oldenburg?

There are 678+ hotels available in Oldenburg.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Oldenburg?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Oldenburg. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne to Oldenburg - 8 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 8 ways to get from Cologne to Oldenburg by train, car, plane, or rideshare

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 Bremen Hbf43 / ...
2. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Oldenburg(Oldb) HbfRs30 / ...
3h 43m
€33–106
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Oldenburg295.7 km
3h 10m
€13–22
Drive 296.8 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Oldenburg296.8 km
2h 35m
€42–60
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Bremen Airport (BRE)DUS - BRE
3. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf
5h 30m
€126–425
Train via Osnabrück
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf43 / ...
2. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Oldenburg(Oldb) HbfRe18 / ...
4h 13m
€54–84
Train via Münster
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Muenster(Westf)HbfRe
2. Take the train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Osnabrück Hbf43 / ...
3. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf
4h 40m
€53–87
Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bremen Airport (BRE)CGN - BRE
2. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf
5h 35m
€81–306
Train to Frankfurt, fly, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Bremen Airport (BRE)FRA - BRE
3. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf
3h 57m
€152–393

Cologne to Oldenburg by train

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3h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 365.5 km
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Oldenburg, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf via Bremen Hbf in around 3h 43m.

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