- Must visit
Museum im Ritterhaus
City museum in a historic building presenting Offenburg’s history, art, and cultural development through rotating displays.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$24
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$66
Fastest journey on Sep 15
2 h 27 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
3 h 37 m
Trains on Sep 15
5
Distance
283 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Offenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Offenburg will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 5 trains from Cologne to Offenburg, including 5 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 283 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 27 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 5 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Offenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, while a train costs an average of $106.
Distance: 175 miles (283 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$106 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 52m Average total duration 9h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Offenburg:
A bus is $60 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Offenburg costing on average $106 (€86).
Other travel options to Offenburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 22m.
You'll arrive about 57m sooner (2h 59m by train vs 3h 56m by car). Tickets start at around $106 (€86) compared to roughly $70 (€57) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Offenburg trains for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2044 · ICE 373 | Delayed 12:18 PM 12:53 PMCologne Hbf | 3h36 | 2:33 PM 2:33 PMOffenburg station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 229 · ICE 1011 · ICE 7 | Delayed 11:55 AM 1:53 PMCologne Hbf | 4h05 | 4:12 PM 4:12 PMOffenburg station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 519 · ICE 373 | Delayed 12:42 PM 1:54 PMCologne Hbf | 2h35 | 2:33 PM 2:33 PMOffenburg station | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
![]() | 6:28 AM Cologne | 4h01 | 10:29 AM Offenburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:31 AM Cologne | 2h27 | 9:58 AM Offenburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:53 AM Cologne | 5h03 | 12:56 PM Offenburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:31 AM Cologne | 2h27 | 10:58 AM Offenburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:53 AM Cologne | 4h05 | 12:58 PM Offenburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Cologne to Offenburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 175 miles (283 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 175 miles (283 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Discover the best of Offenburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Offenburg trip today.
City museum in a historic building presenting Offenburg’s history, art, and cultural development through rotating displays.
Memorial and exhibition center in the historic Salmen building, focused on democracy, civil rights, and Baden history.
Modern exhibition venue for contemporary art, photography, and cultural projects in a central urban location.
Offenburg’s main pedestrian street, lined with shops, historic façades, and lively city-center atmosphere.
Historic old town area with compact lanes, colorful houses, and easy walking between major sights.
Central square framed by civic buildings and cafés, often used for markets, events, and relaxed people-watching.
A hearty Black Forest tart onion pie, often served in autumn with new wine. It is a beloved Baden seasonal classic in local wine taverns.
Thin pan-fried pancakes sliced into strips and served in clear beef broth. A comforting Swabian-Baden soup found across the Ortenau region.
Large Swabian pasta pockets filled with meat, spinach, onions, and herbs. A regional staple in southwest Germany and common around Offenburg.
Established fine dining venue in nearby Durbach with polished Baden cuisine and strong regional wine focus.
Historic traditional restaurant known for Baden and Alsatian dishes in a classic, refined setting near central Offenburg.
Well-known brewery-style venue serving hearty regional food and local beer in a lively, casual atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable and cheaper than larger tourist cities like Munich or Frankfurt.
Service is included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change at cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Offenburg 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 Offenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Offenburg trains use the Köln Hbf to Offenburg station pair, with some services arriving at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Offenburg 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 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.
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.
Offenburg 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: Quoc-Thai, Grill & Kebaphaus, Drehers Stehcafe, Museumscafe
Wi-Fi is available at Offenburg. ATMs are available at Offenburg.
Ticket office support is available at Offenburg. Information desks are available at Offenburg.
Luggage storage is available at Offenburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Offenburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Offenburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Offenburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sonne, Boarding House Alte Spinnerei, Hotel Union.
Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum is 1 km from Offenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum 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: Borofskys, Fantasia Offenburg
Wi-Fi is available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum. ATMs are available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum.
Ticket office support is available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum. Information desks are available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum.
Luggage storage is available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum.
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