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2 h 32 min
258 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Amsterdam to Cologne

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Cheapest
By car (258 km)
2 h 32 min
258 km.
from $14
Other
Rideshare
2 h 32 min
258 km.
from $9.82
Train via Arnhem
3 h 44 min
206 km.
from $64.67
Plane, Train
2 h 55 min
206 km.
from $298.50
Train
4 h 46 min
206 km.
from $77.93

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Leverkusen
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$32.61

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$815.22

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA to Arnhem
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.04–$32.61
Train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.65–$50.00
Train from Duivendrecht to Utrecht
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.24–$22.83
Train from Utrecht Centraal to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 54m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$25.00–$65.22
Train from Utrecht Centraal to Köln
Ave. Duration:
2h 54m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$25.00–$65.22

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$27.17–$59.78

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$39.13–$44.57
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.00–$28.26
Train from Utrecht Centraal to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$46.74–$52.17

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.87–$16.30

TRI Train Rental GmbH

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

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne is to bus which costs $30.43 - $51.09 and takes 6h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $51.09 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct train between Amsterdam (Station) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Amsterdam (Station) station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Duivendrecht, Station Duivendrecht and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA and Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne?

The distance between Amsterdam (Station) and Cologne is 249 km. The road distance is 257 km.

How do I travel from Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne without a car is to train via Arnhem which takes 3h 44m and costs $34.78 - $86.96 .

How long does it take to get from Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne train from?

Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne train services, operated by NS, depart from Duivendrecht station.

Train or bus from Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne?

The best way to get from Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne is to train via Arnhem which takes 3h 44m and costs $34.78 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30.43 - $51.09 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne train arrive?

Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne train services, operated by NS, arrive at Utrecht Centraal station.

Can I drive from Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne is 257 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne?

Book your Amsterdam (Station) to Cologne train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1593+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $45.33 per night.
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