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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Oberhausen
Cheapest price on Oct 14
€18
Average ticket price on Oct 14
€20
Fastest journey on Oct 14
46 m
Average journey duration on Oct 14
53 m
Trains on Oct 14
3
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Oberhausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Oberhausen will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
On Wed, Oct 14, we found 3 trains from Cologne to Oberhausen, including 3 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 14 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
On Wed, Oct 14 the slowest trains will take 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:17 AM0h58Cologne8:15 AMOberhausen€181One-way0 transfers- 6:46 AM0h46Cologne7:32 AMOberhausen€191One-way0 transfers
- 8:17 AM0h54Cologne9:11 AMOberhausen€211One-way0 transfers
- 6:46 AM0h46Cologne7:32 AMOberhausen€191One-way0 transfers
- 8:17 AM0h54Cologne9:11 AMOberhausen€211One-way0 transfers
- 7:17 AM0h58Cologne8:15 AMOberhausen€181One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Oberhausen
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Trains from Cologne to Oberhausen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 38m.
Distance 62 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Live departures
Cologne to Oberhausen train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Oberhausen trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:46 AM Cologne | 0h46 | 7:32 AM Oberhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:17 AM Cologne | 0h58 | 8:15 AM Oberhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:17 AM Cologne | 0h54 | 9:11 AM Oberhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
VIAS Rail GmbH
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Oberhausen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Oberhausen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oberhausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Oberhausen
Most Cologne to Oberhausen trains use the Köln Hbf to Oberhausen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Oberhausen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do trains to Oberhausen leave from?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Which Oberhausen station do trains from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to Oberhausen Hbf from Oberhausen city centre
Oberhausen Hbf is 1 km from Oberhausen city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Oberhausen Hbf train station facilities and services
Oberhausen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pizzarello, McDonald's, Subway, Lux
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen Hbf. ATMs are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen Hbf. Information desks are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oberhausen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oberhausen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Akzent, Garni, Hotel Residenz Oberhausen.
Getting to Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd from Oberhausen city centre
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd is 1 km from Oberhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd train station facilities and services
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pizza Nizza, Mandarin China-Spezialitäten, Teatro, Franziskaner
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. ATMs are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Information desks are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Getting to Oberhausen-Sterkrade from Oberhausen city centre
Oberhausen-Sterkrade is 2 km from Oberhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Oberhausen-Sterkrade train station facilities and services
Oberhausen-Sterkrade has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pizzeria Napoli, Balcanico, Da Vito, Friet-van-Piet
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade. ATMs are available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade. Information desks are available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Zum weißen Hirsch, Gasthof Harlos.
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