The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Oudenaarde
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Oudenaarde is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Oudenaarde will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Oudenaarde without transferring at least once.
7:43 PM3h45Cologne11:28 PMAudenarde$661One-way1 transfer
9:42 PM8h43Cologne6:25 AMAudenarde$661One-way1 transfer
8:39 AM2h49Cologne11:28 AMAudenarde$1381One-way1 transfer
10:39 AM2h49Cologne1:28 PMAudenarde$1381One-way1 transfer
12:39 PM2h49Cologne3:28 PMAudenarde$1381One-way1 transfer
6:44 PM2h44Cologne9:28 PMAudenarde$1381One-way1 transfer
2:43 PM2h45Cologne5:28 PMAudenarde$1381One-way1 transfer
4:43 PM2h45Cologne7:28 PMAudenarde$1381One-way1 transfer
8:39 AM2h49Cologne11:28 AMAudenarde$1381One-way1 transfer
10:39 AM2h49Cologne1:28 PMAudenarde$1381One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Oudenaarde
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Oudenaarde among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $484.
Distance: 145 miles (234 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$133 Average price | $533 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Oudenaarde:
A bus is $97 (€80) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Oudenaarde costing on average $133 (€109).
A bus is $497 (€407) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Oudenaarde costing on average $533 (€436).
Other travel options to Oudenaarde take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 10m.
Flight takes on average 5h 58m.
Tickets start at around $133 (€109) compared to roughly $53 (€43) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-79.89 (€-65.39). The journey takes 3h 32m versus 3h 24m 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.
Live departures
Cologne to Oudenaarde train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Oudenaarde trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:39 AM Cologne | 2h49 | 11:28 AM Audenarde | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:39 AM Cologne | 2h49 | 1:28 PM Audenarde | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:39 PM Cologne | 2h49 | 3:28 PM Audenarde | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:43 PM Cologne | 2h45 | 5:28 PM Audenarde | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:43 PM Cologne | 2h45 | 7:28 PM Audenarde | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Oudenaarde
Trains from Cologne to Oudenaarde run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $112 (€92) but you can travel from only $31 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 145 miles (234 km) distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 145 miles (234 km) |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $112 (€92) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 8:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar from Cologne to Oudenaarde trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar trains will get you between Cologne and Oudenaarde from $31 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Eurostar
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Oudenaarde
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Oudenaarde 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 Oudenaarde, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Oudenaarde
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Stationsstraat
- Restaurant De Jachthaven
- Brasserie De Flandrien
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- €0.50
- Leopold Hotel Oudenaarde
- Hotel De Rantere
- Hotel Cesar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Ghent and Brussels
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Direct connections to Ghent and Brussels
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