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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station

Cheapest
2 h 40 min
Car
265 km.
from $14
Fastest
55 min
Plane

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Krefeld
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$27.17

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Amsterdam De Ruijterkade to Dusseldorf
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$15.22–$26.09

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$815.22

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$28.26–$70.65
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Köln
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.26–$70.65
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Arnhem
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.04–$33.70
Train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$19.57–$48.91

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:
$26.09–$59.78

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$50.00–$56.52
Train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$38.04–$43.48
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$23.91–$27.17

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Köln
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.13–$163.04

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from D-Wehrhahn S to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.87–$16.30

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.33–$15.22
Bus from Krefeld Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly

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:
6 times a week

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Amsterdam to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$17.39–$19.57

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station is to rideshare which costs $17.39 - $19.57 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs $51.09 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Amsterdam and Cologne Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Sloterdijk and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Krefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Amsterdam and Cologne Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Amsterdam Centraal and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station?

The distance between Amsterdam and Cologne Central Station is 254 km. The road distance is 263 km.

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

The best way to get from Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $28.26 - $70.65 .

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

The train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln Hbf takes 3h 20m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station bus from?

Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

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

Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station train services, operated by NS, depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.

Train, bus or fly from Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station?

The best way to get from Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $28.26 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 40m. There are no good options to fly between Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station.

Where does the Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station bus arrive?

Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Krefeld central bus station.

Where does the Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station train arrive?

Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station train services, operated by NS, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station is 263 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station.

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

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

Where can I stay near Cologne Central Station?

There are 1548+ hotels available in Cologne Central Station. Prices start at $44.10 per night.

Can I share a ride from Amsterdam to Cologne Central Station?

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