What is the cheapest way to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €15 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam Centrum and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam Centrum station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Köln via Dusseldorf Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam Centrum and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam, Beurs and arriving at Köln Hbf via Rotterdam Alexander and Utrecht Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne?

The distance between Rotterdam Centrum and Cologne is 258 km. The road distance is 243 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne without a car is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs €14 - €25.

How long does it take to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne bus from?

Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne?

The best way to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs €14 - €25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €70 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne bus arrive?

Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where does the Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1820+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne?

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

Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

There are 7 ways to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne by bus, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus FlixBus 007 / ...
4h 35m
€14–25
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Alexander to Utrecht Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Köln Hbftrain Ice / ...
4h 49m
€30–70
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Rotterdam to Colognerideshare 245.7 km
3h 15m
€15
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane AMS - DUS
3h 18m
€134–333
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam, Capelsebrug Hoog to Utrecht, CS Jaarbeurszijdebus 395
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
5h 2m
€29–63
Train via Venlo
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Blaak to Venlotrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Venlo to Neuss Hbftrain Sneltrein RE13 / ...
5h 23m
€38–86
Drive 243 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam Centrum to Colognecar 243 km
2h 42m
€43–62

Rotterdam Centrum to Cologne by subway and train

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Distance: 258.2 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Düsseldorf central bus station 4 times a day. Tickets cost €15–25 and the journey takes 3h 10m. RegioJet also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Rotterdam, Beurs to Köln Hbf via Rotterdam, Alexander, Rotterdam Alexander, and Utrecht Centraal in around 4h 49m.

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