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Deutsches Meeresmuseum
Germany’s leading ocean museum inside a former monastery. Interactive marine exhibits and huge aquariums make it Stralsund’s signature museum.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€84
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€94
Fastest journey on Sep 19
7 h 57 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
8 h 1 m
Trains on Sep 19
3
Distance
558 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Stralsund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Stralsund will cost around €94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €84.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Stralsund without transferring at least once.
ICE 857 · ICE 930
ICE 857 · 3350 · 33582
ICE 621 · ICE 930
ICE 857 · 3350 · 33582
ICE 621 · ICE 930
ICE 857 · ICE 930Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Stralsund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €68 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €68, while a train costs an average of €107.
Distance: 346 miles (558 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€107 Average price | €68 Average price Cheapest | €100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 24m Average total duration Fastest 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 18m Average total duration 15h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg 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 Stralsund:
A bus is €39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Stralsund costing on average €107.
Other travel options to Stralsund take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 48m.
Tickets start at around €107 compared to roughly €100 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-6.71. The journey takes 7h 54m versus 7h 13m 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 Stralsund trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 857 · 4360 · 13062 | On time 9:38 AM Cologne Hbf | 8h11 | 5:49 PM Stralsund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 557 · 3514 | On time 10:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 8h07 | 6:51 PM Stralsund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 557 · ICE 682 · ICE 1532 | On time 10:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 7h12 | 5:56 PM Stralsund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Cologne to Stralsund run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 346 miles (558 km) distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 346 miles (558 km) |
Average train duration 7h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 55m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:12 PM |
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Discover the best of Stralsund — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stralsund trip today.
Germany’s leading ocean museum inside a former monastery. Interactive marine exhibits and huge aquariums make it Stralsund’s signature museum.
Modern science center on Stralsund Harbor focused on oceans and exploration. Its giant aquariums and immersive displays are highly popular.
Historic naval museum with exhibits on maritime technology and the former training vessel. A strong choice for military and shipping history fans.
Historic market square framed by Gothic landmarks and merchant houses. The essential starting point for exploring Stralsund’s UNESCO core.
Lively waterfront promenade with harbor views, ships, and museum architecture. Perfect for an easy walk and classic city photos.
Walkable old-town district recognized by UNESCO for its preserved Hanseatic urban form. The area rewards wandering through lanes and squares.
Smoked Baltic herring is a Hanseatic staple, eaten plain, on bread, or with potatoes. It reflects Stralsund's long fishing and smokehouse tradition.
Pickled Baltic herring in a sweet-sour marinade with onion and spices. A classic North German fish dish common along the coast and in Stralsund.
Fresh or smoked eel from regional waters, traditionally served with bread or potatoes. It is prized on the Baltic coast for its rich flavor.
Established old-town restaurant serving refined regional cuisine, especially fish and seasonal Mecklenburg produce, in an elegant historic setting.
Historic beer tavern known for Störtebeker beers, hearty North German dishes, and a lively Hanseatic atmosphere near the old town waterfront.
Traditional German restaurant in the old town with regional specialties, solid seafood options, and a cozy historic atmosphere popular with visitors.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually below big-city rates, while transit and attractions stay reasonable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and add small change at cafes.
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Stralsund Hbf -> Alter Markt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Stralsund 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 Stralsund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Stralsund trains use the Köln Hbf to Stralsund Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Stralsund 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-Ehrenfeld is 3 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln-Ehrenfeld 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: I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato, Burger King, Café Franck, Eichendorf
Wi-Fi is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. ATMs are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Ticket office support is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. Information desks are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Luggage storage is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln-Ehrenfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln-Ehrenfeld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Nearby hotels include Kölnotel, Black Hotels.
Stralsund 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: Asian Food & Banh Bao, Bio-Insel, Brasserie, Zur Kogge
Wi-Fi is available at Stralsund Hbf. ATMs are available at Stralsund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stralsund Hbf. Information desks are available at Stralsund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Stralsund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stralsund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stralsund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stralsund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Jungfernstieg, Intercity Hotel, Schweriner Hof, Norddeutscher Hof.
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