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Trip Overview

The average train between Best and Cologne takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Best to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 14m
Duration
145 km
Distance
€23
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Best to Cologne train times

Trains run twice daily between Best and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 6:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Best is at 6:29 PM which arrives into Cologne at 9:06 PM. All services require a transfer at Eindhoven Centraal and take an average of 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 51m • 2 changes
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 36m • 2 changes
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 51m • 2 changes
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 37m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 36m • 2 changes
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 36m • 2 changes
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 51m • 2 changes
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 51m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Best to Cologne? 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.

Map of how to get from Best to Cologne.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 145.2 km
  • Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Best, Netherlands and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Best to Köln Hbf via Eindhoven Centraal and Venlo in around 3h 15m.

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