The average train between Purmerend and Cologne takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Purmerend 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 Purmerend and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Purmerend is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Cologne at 9:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Zaandam and take an average of 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Purmerend 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 Purmerend to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Purmerend station and arriving at Cologne station via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Purmerend to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Zaandam station.
Purmerend to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Purmerend to Cologne train tickets online with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
The distance between Purmerend and Cologne is 222.1 km. The road distance is 283 km.
You can take a train from Purmerend to Köln Hbf via Zaandam and Arnhem Centraal in around 4h 4m.