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How to Travel from

Cologne to Rotterdam

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Mönchengladbach central train station to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.63–$30.53

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.28–$954.19

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Köln Hbf to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$31.81–$82.70
Train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.09–$29.26

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 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:
26 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.27–$12.09

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Rotterdam is to bus which costs $23.91 - $50 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Rotterdam is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs $51.09 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Rotterdam?

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?

The distance between Cologne and Rotterdam is 238 km. The road distance is 256.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Rotterdam without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs $27.17 - $70.65 .

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

The train from Köln Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Rotterdam train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Cologne to Rotterdam is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs $27.17 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23.91 - $50 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Cologne to Rotterdam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Rotterdam is 256 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Cologne to Rotterdam.

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

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Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

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