What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam is to rideshare which costs €12 - €25 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Passenger Terminal Amsterdam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Amsterdam Centraal. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam?

The distance between Cologne and Passenger Terminal Amsterdam is 259 km. The road distance is 256 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs €40 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam?

The train from Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal takes 2h 40m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam train from?

Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam?

The best way to get from Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs €40 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €50 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam train arrive?

Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Amsterdam Centraal station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam is 256 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam?

Book your Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Passenger Terminal Amsterdam?

There are 2122+ hotels available in Passenger Terminal Amsterdam.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Passenger Terminal Amsterdam. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam by train, bus, night train, car, rideshare, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Amsterdam CentraalIce / ...
2h 55m
€40–140
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Amsterdam256.8 km
3h 21m
€12–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Amsterdam SloterdijkN28 / ...
5h 39m
€16–49
Night train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Amsterdam CentraalNj
3h 19m
€30–260
Drive 256 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam256 km
2h 38m
€46–67
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafen
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)DUS - AMS
3h 11m
€113–338

Cologne to Passenger Terminal Amsterdam by train and foot

55Weekly Services

2h 55mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 259.2 km
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Passenger Terminal Amsterdam, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal every 4 hours. Tickets cost €40–140 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Amsterdam Sloterdijk twice daily. Tickets cost €15–45 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Netherlands

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.