The average train between Nordenham and Varel takes 2h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Nordenham to Varel. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Nordenham and Varel. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Nordenham is at 11:44 PM which arrives into Varel at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Hude(Oldb) and take an average of 2h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 15m • 2 changes


2h 15m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


6h 15m • 2 changes


1h 47m • 2 changes


1h 48m • 2 changes


1h 48m • 2 changes


2h 14m • 2 changes


1h 47m • 2 changes


1h 48m • 2 changes


1h 48m • 2 changes


2h 14m • 2 changes


1h 47m • 2 changes


1h 48m • 2 changes


1h 48m • 2 changes


2h 14m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Nordenham to Varel? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Nordenham to Varel. However, there are services departing from Nordenham station and arriving at Varel station via Hude(Oldb). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.
Nordenham to Varel train services, operated by NordWestBahn, depart from Nordenham station.
Nordenham to Varel train services, operated by NordWestBahn, arrive at Varel Bahnhof station.
Book your Nordenham to Varel train tickets online with NordWestBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Nordenham and Varel is 24.9 km. The road distance is 91 km.
You can take a train from Nordenham to Varel Bahnhof via Hude(Oldb) and Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf in around 1h 54m.