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Trip Summary
78 trains operate daily from Passau to Osnabrück. The train trip from Passau to Osnabrück is usually about 10 hours and 52 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest DB Intercity-Express train can get you there in as little as 7 hours and 47 minutes.
| Distance | 349 mi (562 km) |
| Fastest train | 7h 47m |
| Lowest price | £68.55 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Passau to Osnabrück?
There are 3 train lines with service from Passau to Osnabrück. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 73 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 5 | 9h 40m | £98.10 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 73 | 11h 1m | £109.64 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 10h 13m | £94.62 |
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 with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Passau to Osnabrück start from £95, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Osnabrück. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Passau leaves from Train Station . And in Osnabrück trains arrive at Osnabruck Central Station .
From Passau to Osnabrück train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 10 hours and 13 minutes. If you are looking to get to Osnabrück faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 47 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Osnabrück on a weekend there is typically one Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Passau.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Passau and Osnabrück is approximately 349 miles, or 562 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 52 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 47 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Passau to Osnabrück on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Passau at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 78 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 Osnabrück to Passau.
City Information
Passau
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Passau is a German city in Lower Bavaria, located at the confluence of three rivers: the Danube, Inn, and Ilk. Known as the Three Rivers City, Passau is a popular college town with many students attending the University of Passau.
One of Passau's most famous attractions is the Veste Oberhaus, an ancient fortress dating back to the 13th century. The impressive Gothic structure today includes a museum and, due to its hilltop location, excellent views of Passau's rivers and city. St. Stephen's Cathedral, a magnificent Baroque cathedral, is also worth a stop. However, if you simply want to enjoy a stroll around the city, the square in front of the cathedral is an excellent starting place to encounter some of Passau's most beautiful architecture.
Passau is located right on Germany's border with Austria, so the city is very easy to reach from Austrian cities like Linz or Salzburg. Travel options include intercity coach service with FlixBus and Union Ivkoni or train service with Deutsche Bahn. Trains to Passau arrive at the station directly downtown, so taking the train is especially convenient.
Osnabrück
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One of the largest cities in the state of Lower Saxony, Osnabrück is an industrial city home to numerous automobile, paper, and steel companies. The city's pride is the Altstadt quarter, which has been meticulously reconstructed after suffering catastrophic damage during WWII. As a result, the quarter features many medieval buildings that retain their original splendour. The most notable is the Historic City Hall, featuring impressive Gothic architecture situated in a charming square. Also check out the historic St. Peter's Cathedral, a late-Romanesque cathedral founded in the 11th century.
For a focus on more natural splendor, the Botanischer Garten der Universität Osnabrück is a great place to start. Explore the garden's landscaped paths and glasshouse for palms until dinnertime. Then seek out some local specialties at Göttinger feldkieker, Ammerländer Schinken, or Lüneburger Heidschnucke.
Osnabrück offers tons of travel options, so it's easy to include a quick stop in the city during a tour of Germany. Nearby cities, including Bremen and Hanover are accessible on intercity coaches. Several train lines, including Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain, also offer service throughout Germany, plus routes to farther destinations in Europe.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Passau?
Main departure station: Train Station
There are two stations in Passau where you can board the train to Osnabrück.
All train stations in Passau:
Train Station
Neustift(B)
Where is the train station in Osnabrück?
Main arrival station: Osnabruck Central Station
There are more train stations and stops in Osnabrück than most cities. Most trains from Passau will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Osnabrück:
Train stations in Osnabrück:
Osnabruck Central Station
Osnabrück Altstadt
Osnabrück-Sutthausen
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