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Compare train for Idar-Oberstein to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $37, and a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
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$65 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 5m.
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FAQs: Travel from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne
Travel to Cologne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 5m.
- Around 17 trains per day.
- Around 3 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Idar-Oberstein and Cologne as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Idar-Oberstein station and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
- Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Cologne by bus.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, vlexx to go to Cologne by train.
- 3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
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