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rock'n'popmuseum
Gronau's signature museum on rock and pop culture, focused on Udo Lindenberg and regional music history. Interactive and the city's top museum visit.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Gronau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 88 miles (142 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€43 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Gronau:
A bus is €22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Gronau costing on average €43.
Other travel options to Gronau take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 48m.
Tickets start at around €43 compared to roughly €24 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-18.77. The journey takes 2h 48m versus 2h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Gronau trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 618 · 20206 | 6:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h54 | 9:05 AM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 543 · 20258 | 6:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h09 | 9:34 AM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 206 · 20208 | 7:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h54 | 10:05 AM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 845 · 20260 | 7:26 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h08 | 10:34 AM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
IC 2206 · 10117 · 20260 | 7:46 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h48 | 10:34 AM Gronau (Westf) | 2 transfers | |
ICE 616 · 20210 | 8:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h54 | 11:05 AM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 545 · 20262 | On time 8:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h09 | 11:34 AM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1036 · 10121 · 20262 | 8:45 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h49 | 11:34 AM Gronau (Westf) | 2 transfers | |
ICE 204 · 20212 | 9:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h54 | 12:05 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 847 · 20264 | 9:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h09 | 12:34 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
IC 2204 · 10125 · 20264 | 9:46 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h48 | 12:34 PM Gronau (Westf) | 2 transfers | |
ICE 614 · 20214 | 10:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h54 | 1:05 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
28512 · 10215 · 20266 | 10:31 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h03 | 1:34 PM Gronau (Westf) | 2 transfers | |
ICE 202 · 20216 | On time 11:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h54 | 2:05 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
IC 2202 · 14984 | 11:46 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h55 | 2:41 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
IC 2202 · 10133 · 20268 | 11:46 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h48 | 2:34 PM Gronau (Westf) | 2 transfers | |
ICE 612 · 20218 | 12:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h54 | 3:05 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1032 · 10137 · 20270 | 12:45 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h49 | 3:34 PM Gronau (Westf) | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1032 · 14986 | 12:45 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h56 | 3:41 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 200 · 20220 | On time 1:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h54 | 4:05 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
IC 2200 · 14988 | 1:46 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h55 | 4:41 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
IC 2200 · 10141 · 20272 | 1:46 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h48 | 4:34 PM Gronau (Westf) | 2 transfers | |
ICE 610 · 20222 | 2:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h54 | 5:05 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
17420 · 14990 | 2:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h20 | 5:41 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
28520 · 10223 · 20274 | 2:31 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h03 | 5:34 PM Gronau (Westf) | 2 transfers | |
ICE 108 · 20224 | On time 3:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h54 | 6:05 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
IC 2157 · 20276 | On time 3:17 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h17 | 6:34 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
IC 2008 · 14992 | 3:46 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h55 | 6:41 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
IC 2008 · 58311 · 20276 | 3:46 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h48 | 6:34 PM Gronau (Westf) | 2 transfers | |
ICE 518 · 20226 | On time 4:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h54 | 7:05 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
17424 · 14994 | 4:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h20 | 7:41 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
28524 · 10227 · 20278 | 4:31 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h03 | 7:34 PM Gronau (Westf) | 2 transfers | |
ICE 106 · 20228 | On time 5:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h54 | 8:05 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2012 · 20280 | 5:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h20 | 8:34 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
IC 2006 · 10157 · 20280 | 5:46 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h48 | 8:34 PM Gronau (Westf) | 2 transfers | |
ICE 516 · 20230 | On time 6:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h54 | 9:05 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
28528 · 10231 · 20282 | 6:31 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h03 | 9:34 PM Gronau (Westf) | 2 transfers | |
ICE 104 · 20232 | On time 7:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h54 | 10:05 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
28530 · 10233 · 20284 | 7:31 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h03 | 10:34 PM Gronau (Westf) | 2 transfers | |
ICE 514 · 20234 | On time 8:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h54 | 11:05 PM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
17432 · 20236 | 8:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h44 | 12:05 AM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
28532 · 10235 · 20236 | 8:31 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h34 | 12:05 AM Gronau (Westf) | 2 transfers | |
ICE 512 · 20238 | On time 10:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h54 | 1:05 AM Gronau (Westf) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Cologne to Gronau run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (142 km) distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 88 miles (142 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 12:14 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Gronau — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gronau trip today.
Gronau's signature museum on rock and pop culture, focused on Udo Lindenberg and regional music history. Interactive and the city's top museum visit.
Exhibition space at Drilandmuseum covering local borderland history and everyday life. A useful stop for understanding Gronau, Epe, and the region.
Museum presentation dedicated to local textile history, machines, and workers' lives. It helps explain the industry that shaped modern Gronau.
Central square in front of the parish church, used for events and markets. A practical and atmospheric starting point for exploring Gronau on foot.
Green park around the city lake, popular for walks, outdoor events, and relaxing by the water. One of Gronau's most enjoyable open-air areas.
Lakeside recreational area with walking paths and open views. A favorite local spot for fresh air and a calmer side of Gronau near the center.
Pumpernickel is Westphalia’s dense rye bread, slowly baked for many hours. It is a regional staple often served with ham, cheese, or butter.
Westfälischer Knochenschinken is air-dried Westphalian ham, lightly smoked and cured. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional specialties.
Töttchen is a traditional Münsterland stew of veal or beef in a tangy sauce. It is an old farmhouse dish still associated with the region.
Established steakhouse and grill with a polished yet relaxed setting, popular for meat dishes and generous portions.
Traditional German restaurant in Gronau known for hearty regional dishes and a classic, comfortable atmosphere.
Casual Italian restaurant with a strong local reputation, serving pizza and pasta in a friendly central setting.
Moderate for Germany. Dining and hotels are usually cheaper than in major cities, while local transit and daily essentials stay reasonably priced for visitors.
Service is usually not included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes if service was good.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Gronau 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 Gronau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Gronau trains use the Köln Hbf to Gronau (Westf) station pair, with some services arriving at Epe(Westf). Use this guide to compare Cologne and Gronau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
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 storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Gronau (Westf) 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 options include: Roth, Papa Fresco, Etna, Europa
Wi-Fi is available at Gronau (Westf). ATMs are available at Gronau (Westf).
Ticket office support is available at Gronau (Westf). Information desks are available at Gronau (Westf).
Luggage storage is available at Gronau (Westf). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gronau (Westf): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gronau (Westf): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gronau (Westf).
Nearby hotels include Fritz, Carpe Diem.
Epe(Westf) is 3 km from Gronau city centre. Public transport options include:
Epe(Westf) 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 options include: Hotel Verst, Barth, Schepers, Burchert's Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Epe(Westf). ATMs are available at Epe(Westf).
Ticket office support is available at Epe(Westf). Information desks are available at Epe(Westf).
Luggage storage is available at Epe(Westf). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Epe(Westf): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Epe(Westf): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Epe(Westf).
Nearby hotels include Schepers.
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