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Trip Summary
38 trains operate daily from Oldenburg to Oberhausen. The train trip from Oldenburg to Oberhausen is usually about 5 hours and 4 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 25 minutes.
Distance | 127 mi (205 km) |
Fastest train | 3h 25m |
Lowest price | €21.67 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Oldenburg to Oberhausen?
2 train services operate from Oldenburg to Oberhausen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 27 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 15 | 3h 59m | €58.46 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 27 | 5h 39m | €45.36 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Oldenburg to Oberhausen start from €22, and on average cost . Daily there are 27 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Oberhausen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Oldenburg leaves from Oldenburg-Wechloy and one other station. And in Oberhausen trains arrive at Oberhausen-Holten and 4 other train stations.
From Oldenburg to Oberhausen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 39 minutes. If you are looking to get to Oberhausen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 25 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Oldenburg and Oberhausen is approximately 127 miles, or 205 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 4 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 25 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.
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Oldenburg to Oberhausen. 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 14:00 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 38 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 Oberhausen 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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Oldenburg?
Main departure station: Oldenburg-Wechloy
There are two stations in Oldenburg where you can board the train to Oberhausen.
All train stations in Oldenburg:
Oldenburg-Wechloy
Central Bus Station
Where is the train station in Oberhausen?
Main arrival station: Oberhausen-Holten
There are more train stations and stops in Oberhausen than most cities. Most trains from Oldenburg will stop at one (or more) of the 5 following stations in Oberhausen:
Train stations in Oberhausen:
Oberhausen-Holten
Oberhausen-Sterkrade
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd
Bottrop-Vonderort
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