The average train between Hilversum and Cologne takes 3h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Hilversum 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Hilversum and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hilversum is at 6:32 PM which arrives into Cologne at 9:25 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 21m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Hilversum 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.
No, there is no direct train from Hilversum to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Hilversum station and arriving at Cologne station via Koeln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.
Hilversum to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Utrecht Centraal station.
Hilversum to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.
Book your Hilversum to Cologne train tickets online with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Hilversum and Cologne is 188.7 km. The road distance is 236 km.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Utrecht Centraal to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €24–50 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route once daily.