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Köthen - Osnabrück Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

There are 106 daily trains from Köthen to Osnabrück. Traveling by train from Köthen to Osnabrück usually takes around 5 hours, but the fastest DB Intercity train can make the trip in 3 hours and 26 minutes.

Distance171 mi (276 km)
Fastest train3h 0m
Lowest price€38.89
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines3

Which train should you take from Köthen to Osnabrück?

There are 3 train lines with service from Köthen, Saxony-Anhalt to Osnabrück, Lower Saxony. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 67 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
DB Intercity273h 55m€47.55
Deutsche Bahn675h 14m€47.40
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company125h 24m€43.11

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to travel by train from Köthen to Osnabrück during the COVID-19 pandemic?




How long is the train journey from Köthen to Osnabrück?

The distance between Köthen and Osnabrück is approximately 171 miles, or 276 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 26 minutes.


When are trains the most crowded?


When are the first and last trains of the day?

The earliest train departs Köthen at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Is there a direct train from Köthen to Osnabrück?


You can also take a train for your return trip from Osnabrück to Köthen. If you're not not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Köthen to Osnabrück for €27.50.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Köthen?

Departure stations

There are two stations in Köthen where you can board the train to Osnabrück.

Train stations in Köthen:

  • Train Station

Where is the train station in Osnabrück?

Arrival stations

There are more train stations and stops in Osnabrück than most cities. Most trains from Köthen will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Osnabrück:

Train stations in Osnabrück:

  • Osnabrück-Sutthausen

  • Osnabrück Hbf

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