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Oldenburg - Greifswald Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 49 daily train trips between Oldenburg and Greifswald. The average train journey from Oldenburg to Greifswald takes 8 hours and 20 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 5 hours and 45 minutes.

Distance222 mi (357 km)
Fastest train5h 45m
Lowest price$34.88
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines3

Which train should you take from Oldenburg to Greifswald?

There are 3 train lines with service from Oldenburg to Greifswald. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 46 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
DB Intercity-Express26h 47m$62.62
Deutsche Bahn468h 18m$123.25
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company310h 55m$209.02
  • The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.

  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Oldenburg to Greifswald start from $180, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Greifswald. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Oldenburg leaves from Oldenburg-Wechloy . And in Greifswald trains arrive at Bahnhofstraße 36 and one other train station.

    From Oldenburg to Greifswald train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 10 hours and 55 minutes. If you are looking to get to Greifswald faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 45 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Oldenburg to Greifswald. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.

The distance between Oldenburg and Greifswald is approximately 222 miles, or 357 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 20 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 45 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Oldenburg to Greifswald. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Oldenburg at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 49 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Greifswald to Oldenburg.

City Information

Oldenburg

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Oldenburg - DELDG-1

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Oldenburg is a city in northwest Germany, located close to Bremen and the border with the Netherlands. The most iconic landmark is Schloss Oldenburg, a palace that, until recently, was the administrative center of the city. The castle now features a museum where you can learn all about Oldenburg's history. The Schlossgarten right outside the building is a lovely park for strolling along curved paths between ponds and foliage. Another notable point of interest is the Oldenburg State Theater, the oldest mainstream theater in the city.

Near the city's university, the Pferdemarkt hosts a market with fresh produce, meats, breads, and other delicacies. The city is a popular destination for foodies, and some of the most popular restaurants include Ratskeller Oldenburg and Kleine Burg.

Due to its proximity to several major cities, it is convenient and cheap to travel to Oldenburg via intercity bus. FlixBus offers numerous routes, including from Hamburg and Amsterdam, where international travelers will likely fly into. Riding the rails is also a popular mode of transport in Germany, and Deutsche Bahn trains connect Oldenburg to cities throughout the country and Europe.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Oldenburg?

Main departure station: Central Bus Station

There are two stations in Oldenburg where you can board the train to Greifswald.

All train stations in Oldenburg:

  • Central Bus Station

  • Oldenburg-Wechloy

Where is the train station in Greifswald?

Main arrival station: Greifswald Süd

Greifswald receives travelers from Oldenburg at its two active train stations.

Train stations in Greifswald:

  • Greifswald Süd

  • Bahnhofstraße 36

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