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Zaandam to Cologne trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Zaandam and Cologne takes 3h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Zaandam 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.

3h 9m
Duration
272 km
Distance
€39
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain train Ice
4h 7m
€32–64

Zaandam to Cologne train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Zaandam and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 1:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Zaandam is at 8:39 PM which arrives into Cologne at 12:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Amsterdam, Centraal Station and take an average of 3h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 272.4 km
  • Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Zaandam, Netherlands and Cologne, Germany?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €28–60 and the journey takes 2h 34m.

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