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

The cheapest way to get from Oldenburg to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €13 - €21 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldenburg to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Oldenburg and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldenburg to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Oldenburg(Oldb) ZOB and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Osnabrück Hauptbahnhof/ZOB and Osnabrück Hannoversche Straße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Oldenburg and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Oldenburg to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf via Osnabrück Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Oldenburg to Cologne?

The distance between Oldenburg and Cologne is 313 km. The road distance is 296.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Oldenburg to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs €40 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Oldenburg to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldenburg to Cologne bus from?

Oldenburg to Cologne bus services, operated by NordWestBahn, depart from Oldenburg(Oldb) ZOB station.

Where do I catch the Oldenburg to Cologne train from?

Oldenburg to Cologne train services, operated by NordWestBahn, depart from Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf station.

Train or bus from Oldenburg to Cologne?

The best way to get from Oldenburg to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs €40 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Oldenburg to Cologne bus arrive?

Oldenburg to Cologne bus services, operated by NordWestBahn, arrive at Osnabrück Hauptbahnhof/ZOB station.

Where does the Oldenburg to Cologne train arrive?

Oldenburg to Cologne train services, operated by NordWestBahn, arrive at Osnabrück Hbf station.

Can I drive from Oldenburg to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldenburg to Cologne is 296 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Oldenburg to Cologne.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1826+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Oldenburg to Cologne?

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Oldenburg to Cologne by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf to Osnabrück Hbftrain Re18
2. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
4h 6m
€44–89
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Oldenburg to Colognerideshare 295.8 km
3h 13m
€13–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oldenburg(Oldb) ZOB to Osnabrück Hauptbahnhof/ZOBbus Re18
2. Take the bus from Osnabrück Hannoversche Straße to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
7h 5m
Drive 296.3 km
1. Drive from Oldenburg to Colognecar 296.3 km
2h 36m
€54–77
Train, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf to Bremen Hbftrain
2. Fly from Bremen Airport (BRE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane BRE - DUS
5h 18m
€173–477
Train via Bochum
1. Take the train from Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf to Osnabrück Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbftrain Re2
3. Take the train from Herne-Wanne-Eickel Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
5h 11m
Train, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf to Bremen Hbftrain
2. Fly from Bremen Airport (BRE) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BRE - CGN
5h 45m
€149–405

Oldenburg to Cologne by train

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Distance: 313.3 km
Duration: 4h 6m

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

You can take a train from Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf to Köln Hbf via Osnabrück Hbf in around 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oldenburg(Oldb) ZOB to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Osnabrück Hauptbahnhof/ZOB and Osnabrück Hannoversche Straße in around 7h 5m.

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