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 38m and costs €40 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Netherlands and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Netherlands station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Centraal Station and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Südviertel, Essen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Netherlands and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Amsterdam Centraal and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 38m.

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 38m and costs €40 - €140.

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

The train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln Hbf takes 2h 38m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Netherlands to Cologne bus from?

Netherlands to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Amsterdam Centraal Station.

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.

Train or bus from Netherlands to Cologne?

The best way to get from Netherlands to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €40 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Netherlands to Cologne bus arrive?

Netherlands to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Netherlands to Cologne train arrive?

Netherlands to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Koeln 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?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1781+ 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 - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Netherlands to Cologne by train, bus, 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 Koeln Hbftrain Ice
2h 38m
€40–140
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Amsterdam to Colognerideshare 256.4 km
3h 17m
€16–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Centraal Station to Essen Hbfbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
4h 11m
Fly, train
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane AMS - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain
3h 6m
€118–342
Drive 257.4 km
1. Drive from Amsterdam to Colognecar 257.4 km
2h 40m
€45–65

Netherlands to Cologne by train

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Distance: 257.7 km
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Netherlands and Cologne, Germany?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €40–140 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Amsterdam Centraal Station to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Essen Hbf and Südviertel, Essen in around 4h 11m.

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