What is the cheapest way to get from Hoofddorp to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Hoofddorp to Cologne is to bus which costs €20 - €55 and takes 6h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hoofddorp to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Hoofddorp to Cologne is to fly and train which takes 2h 45m and costs €110 - €330.

Is there a direct train between Hoofddorp and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Hoofddorp to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Hoofddorp and arriving at Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 via Schiphol Airport and Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Hoofddorp to Cologne?

The distance between Hoofddorp and Cologne is 266 km. The road distance is 255.9 km.

How do I travel from Hoofddorp to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Hoofddorp to Cologne without a car is to train via Arnhem which takes 4h 8m and costs €40 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Hoofddorp to Cologne?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Hoofddorp to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hoofddorp to Cologne train from?

Hoofddorp to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Hoofddorp station.

Train or bus from Hoofddorp to Cologne?

The best way to get from Hoofddorp to Cologne is to train via Arnhem which takes 4h 8m and costs €40 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €55 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Hoofddorp to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hoofddorp to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Hoofddorp to Cologne is 256 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Hoofddorp to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Hoofddorp to Cologne?

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Hoofddorp to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Hoofddorp to Cologne by train, bus, night train, car, 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 via Arnhem
best
1. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Arnhem CentraalIntercity
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12Ice / ...
4h 8m
€45–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to LeverkusenN28 / ...
6h 5m
€21–54
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Hoofddorp to Utrecht CentraalSprinter
2. Take the night train from Utrecht Centraal to Koeln HbfNj
4h 14m
€42–272
Drive 255.9 km
1. Drive from Hoofddorp to Cologne255.9 km
3h 1m
€46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Hoofddorp to Utrecht CentraalSprinter
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Köln HbfIce / ...
4h 23m
€42–132
Fly, train
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)AMS - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
2h 45m
€114–327

Hoofddorp to Cologne by train

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4h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 266.4 km
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a train from Hoofddorp to Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 via Schiphol Airport and Arnhem Centraal in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Leverkusen twice daily. Tickets cost €16–45 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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