The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Opladen
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
16 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Opladen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Opladen will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 5 trains that leave Cologne for Opladen on Tue, Dec 30, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 30 the direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
On Tue, Dec 30 the slowest trains will take 17 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.










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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Opladen
Trains from Cologne to Opladen run on average 25 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 07:22. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (15 km) distance in 14m.
Distance 9 miles (15 km) |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 25 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 07:22 |
Train companies: National Express from Cologne to Opladen trainsNational Express trains will get you between Cologne and Opladen from $8 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Opladen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Opladen 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 Opladen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Opladen
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
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