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Zwolle to Cologne trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Zwolle and Cologne takes 3h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Zwolle 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 13m
Duration
237 km
Distance
€45
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Zwolle to Arnhem Centraaltrain train Intercity / ...
  2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain train Ice
3h 9m
€25–76

Zwolle to Cologne train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Zwolle and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zwolle is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Cologne at 9:20 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 51m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)9h 30m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 59m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 59m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 59m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 59m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 59m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 59m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 59m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 59m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 59m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 59m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 59m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 59m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Zwolle 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.

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  • Distance: 236.8 km
  • Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Zwolle to Koeln Hbf via Arnhem Centraal in around 3h 9m.

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