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

The cheapest way to get from Netherlands to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €16 - €19 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Netherlands to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs €40 - €140.

Is there a direct train between Netherlands and Cologne?

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

How far is it from Netherlands to Cologne?

The distance between Netherlands and Cologne is 258 km. The road distance is 257.4 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Netherlands to Cologne train from?

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

Where does the Netherlands to Cologne train arrive?

Netherlands to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Netherlands to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Netherlands to Cologne is 257 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Netherlands to Cologne.

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

Book your Netherlands to Cologne train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1760+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Netherlands to Cologne?

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

Netherlands to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Netherlands to Cologne by train, rideshare, plane, 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
best
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Köln HbfIce
2h 40m
€40–140
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Amsterdam to Cologne256.4 km
3h 17m
€16–19
Fly, train
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)AMS - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Koeln Hbf
3h 4m
€118–332
Drive 257.4 km
1. Drive from Amsterdam to Cologne257.4 km
2h 40m
€46–66

Netherlands to Cologne by train

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2h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 257.8 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Netherlands and Cologne, Germany?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Köln Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €40–140 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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