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2 h 38 min
256 km.
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Amsterdam, Netherlands → Cologne, Germany

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Amsterdam to Cologne

Composite routes from Amsterdam to Cologne

Cheapest
2 h 38 min
Car
256 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 2
FlixBus
Website
Union Ivkoni
Website
FlixBus
Website
2h 35m
Once daily
$18.48–$27.17
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Union Ivkoni
Website
6h
Once a week
$15.22–$26.09
07001 8282
07001 8282
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 1
KLM
Website
KLM
Website
46 min
Every day
$173.91–$815.22
Train operators
Found: 7
NS
Website
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Nightjet
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
National Express
Website
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
NS
Website
3h 20m
Every 4 hours
$28.26–$70.65
+31 30 751 5155
+31 30 751 5155
Call
Eurostar
Website
38 min
6 times a week
$26.09–$59.78
+44 343 218 6186
+44 343 218 6186
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
4h 10m
Once a week
$50.00–$56.52
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
Nightjet
Website
3h 15m
Once daily
$39.13–$163.04
+43 51717
+43 51717
Call
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
1h 12m
Every 15 minutes
$10.87–$16.30
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
Call
National Express
Website
40 min
Every 20 minutes
$10.33–$15.22
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
Call
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
48 min
6 times a week
+49 9126 301 90 70
+49 9126 301 90 70
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
3h 17m
Every 4 hours
$17.39–$19.57
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Cologne (Station) is to rideshare which costs $17.39 - $19.57 and takes 3h 26m.

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Amsterdam to Cologne (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 (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 (Station)?

The distance between Amsterdam and Cologne (Station) is 254 km. The road distance is 262.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Amsterdam to Cologne (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 (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 (Station) bus from?

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Amsterdam to Cologne (Station)?

The best way to get from Amsterdam to Cologne (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 (Station).

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Amsterdam to Cologne (Station)?

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Cologne (Station)?

There are 1554+ hotels available in Cologne (Station). Prices start at $44.10 per night.

Can I share a ride from Amsterdam to Cologne (Station)?

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