What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal is to bus which costs €13 - €25 and takes 4h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Rotterdam Cruise Terminal?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Rotterdam, Wilhelminaplein via Utrecht Centraal, Gouda and Rotterdam, Rotterdam Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal?

The distance between Cologne and Rotterdam Cruise Terminal is 278 km. The road distance is 244.3 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal without a car is to train via Utrecht which takes 3h 16m and costs €45 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal?

The best way to get from Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal is to train via Utrecht which takes 3h 16m and costs €45 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €25 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal train arrive?

Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Utrecht Centraal station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal.

Where can I stay near Rotterdam Cruise Terminal?

There are 825+ hotels available in Rotterdam Cruise Terminal.

Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal by train, bus, or car

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

Train via Utrecht
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Utrecht Centraaltrain Ice / ...
3h 16m
€48–146
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Rotterdam Central Stationbus FlixBus 007 / ...
4h 49m
€14–25
Drive 244.3 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminalcar 244.3 km
2h 44m
€43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Nightjet
3h 48m
€39–126

Cologne to Rotterdam Cruise Terminal by train, subway, and foot

68Weekly Services

3h 16mAverage Duration

€48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278 km
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Rotterdam Cruise Terminal, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Utrecht Centraal every 3 hours. Tickets cost €30–120 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Rotterdam Central Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost €13–23 and the journey takes 3h 5m. RegioJet also services this route once daily.

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