The average train between Vlaardingen and Cologne takes 4h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Vlaardingen 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 Vlaardingen and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 12:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Vlaardingen is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Cologne at 9:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Rotterdam, Alexander and take an average of 4h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Vlaardingen 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 Vlaardingen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Vlaardingen station and arriving at Cologne station via Utrecht Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.
Vlaardingen to Cologne train services, operated by RET, depart from Rotterdam Alexander station.
Vlaardingen to Cologne train services, operated by RET, arrive at Köln Hbf station.
The distance between Vlaardingen and Cologne is 211.1 km. The road distance is 280 km.
You can take a subway from Vlaardingen, Vlaardingen Oost to Köln Hbf via Rotterdam, Alexander, Rotterdam Alexander, and Utrecht Centraal in around 5h 4m.