The average train between Rotterdam Centrum and Cologne takes 3h 24m and the fastest train takes 3h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Rotterdam Centrum 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 Rotterdam Centrum and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 12:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Rotterdam Centrum is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Cologne at 11:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Rotterdam, Alexander and take an average of 3h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rotterdam Centrum 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 Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centrum station and arriving at Cologne station via Utrecht Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.
Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne train services, operated by RET, depart from Rotterdam Alexander station.
Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne train services, operated by RET, arrive at Köln Hbf station.
The distance between Rotterdam Centrum and Cologne is 203.4 km. The road distance is 274 km.
You can take a subway from Rotterdam, Beurs to Köln Hbf via Rotterdam, Alexander, Rotterdam Alexander, and Utrecht Centraal in around 4h 4m.