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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Cologne Cathedral is to rideshare which costs €15 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Cologne Cathedral is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Cologne Cathedral?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Cologne Cathedral. 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 40m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Cologne Cathedral?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Cologne Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Cologne Cathedral?

The distance between Rotterdam and Cologne Cathedral is 358 km. The road distance is 243.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Cologne Cathedral without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 52m and costs €85 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Rotterdam to Cologne Cathedral, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Cologne Cathedral?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Cologne Cathedral is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 52m and costs €85 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €24 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Cologne Cathedral bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rotterdam to Cologne Cathedral train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Cologne Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Cologne Cathedral is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Rotterdam to Cologne Cathedral.

How do I get a train ticket from Rotterdam to Cologne Cathedral?

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Where can I stay near Cologne Cathedral?

There are 1794+ hotels available in Cologne Cathedral.

Can I share a ride from Rotterdam to Cologne Cathedral?

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

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

There are 7 ways to get from Rotterdam to Cologne Cathedral by train (Eurostar), bus, rideshare, plane, train, 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 Brussels
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 52m
€87–207
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus FlixBus 007 / ...
4h 40m
€12–24
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Rotterdam to Colognerideshare 245.8 km
3h 22m
€15
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam to Amsterdambus
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane AMS - DUS
4h
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Utrecht Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Köln Hbftrain Ice / ...
4h 33m
€41–149
Train #2
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Blaak to Venlotrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Venlo to Neuss Hbftrain Sneltrein RE13 / ...
5h 28m
€56–166
Drive 243.2 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Cologne Cathedralcar 243.2 km
2h 43m
€44–63

Rotterdam to Cologne Cathedral by train and foot

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3h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 357.5 km
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Cologne Cathedral, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Cologne Cathedral via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Koeln Hbf in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Düsseldorf central bus station 5 times a day. Tickets cost €13–24 and the journey takes 3h 10m. RegioJet also services this route once daily.

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