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Cologne, Germany → Rotterdam Centraal Station, Netherlands

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station

Composite routes from Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station

Cheapest
2 h 38 min
Car
257 km.
from $14
Other
3 h 8 min
204 km.
from $63.65
4 h 54 min
Train, Bus
204 km.
from $45.02
3 h 32 min
Train, Plane
204 km.
from $298.57

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Mönchengladbach central train station to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.36–$29.26

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Duisburg Portsmouthplatz to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$10.81–$17.81

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.56–$954.19

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Köln Hbf to Utrecht
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$29.26–$76.34
Train from Utrecht Centraal to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.09–$29.26
Train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.45–$29.26
Train from Köln Hbf to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$30.53–$76.34

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.81–$69.97

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Köln Hbf to Utrecht
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$53.43–$59.80
Train from Koeln Sued to Duisburg
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$30.53–$35.62
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.26–$33.08

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.27–$12.09

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Koeln Sued to Duisburg
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.27–$22.90
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$20.36

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
6 times a week

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station is to bus which costs $22.83 - $47.83 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $50 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Rotterdam Centraal Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station?

The distance between Cologne and Rotterdam Centraal Station is 275 km. The road distance is 256.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station without a car is to train via Utrecht which takes 3h 8m and costs $34.78 - $86.96 .

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station train from?

Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station train services, operated by NS, depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station?

The best way to get from Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station is to train via Utrecht which takes 3h 8m and costs $34.78 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $47.83 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station train arrive?

Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station train services, operated by NS, arrive at Utrecht Centraal station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station is 256 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station.

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

Book your Cologne to Rotterdam Centraal Station train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Rotterdam Centraal Station?

There are 834+ hotels available in Rotterdam Centraal Station. Prices start at $60.60 per night.
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