The average train between Cologne and Lelystad takes 3h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Lelystad. 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 every 4 hours between Cologne and Lelystad. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 8:49 PM which arrives into Lelystad at 12:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Arnhem Centraal and take an average of 3h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cologne to Lelystad? 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 Cologne to Lelystad. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Lelystad station via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.
Cologne to Lelystad train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Lelystad train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Lelystad Centrum station.
Book your Cologne to Lelystad train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
The distance between Cologne and Lelystad is 202.5 km. The road distance is 286 km.
You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Lelystad Centrum via Arnhem Centraal and Zwolle in around 3h 30m.