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Trip Summary
11 trains operate daily from Oldenburg to Osnabrück. The train trip from Oldenburg to Osnabrück is usually about one hour and 51 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as one hour and 23 minutes.
| Distance | 60 mi (97 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 23m |
| Lowest price | €19.78 |
| Trains per day | 48 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 5 |
Which train should you take from Oldenburg to Osnabrück?
There are 5 train lines with service from Oldenburg to Osnabrück. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 10 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 3 | 1h 33m | €24.00 |
| DB Intercity-Express | 3 | 1h 35m | €23.91 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 10 | 1h 54m | €23.17 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 3 | 1h 56m | €24.95 |
| metronom | 2 | 1h 27m | €23.75 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
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 Oldenburg to Osnabrück start from €25, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Osnabrück. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Oldenburg leaves from Oldenburg-Wechloy and one other station. And in Osnabrück trains arrive at Osnabrück-Sutthausen and 2 other train stations.
From Oldenburg to Osnabrück train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 56 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 1 hours and 23 minutes.
metronom train tickets from Oldenburg to Osnabrück start from €24, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 metronom schedules to Osnabrück. metronom in Oldenburg leaves from Central Bus Station . And in Osnabrück trains arrive at Osnabruck Central Station and one other train station.
From Oldenburg to Osnabrück train travel on metronom takes 1 hours and 27 minutes. If you are looking to get to Osnabrück faster, metronom offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 23 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Oldenburg to Osnabrück. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Wednesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Oldenburg at 04:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. 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 11 scheduled trains on most days. 48 of these are direct connections to Osnabrück. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Osnabrück to Oldenburg.
City Information
Oldenburg
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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.
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 splendor. 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 buses. 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 Oldenburg?
Main departure station: Central Bus Station
There are two stations in Oldenburg where you can board the train to Osnabrück.
All train stations in Oldenburg:
Central Bus Station
Oldenburg-Wechloy
Where is the train station in Osnabrück?
Main arrival station: Osnabrück Altstadt
There are more train stations and stops in Osnabrück than most cities. Most trains from Oldenburg will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Osnabrück:
Train stations in Osnabrück:
Osnabrück Altstadt
Osnabruck Central Station
Osnabrück-Sutthausen
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