How to Travel from
Amsterdam to Cologne
by Rideshare or Car
Two ways to Travel from Amsterdam to Cologne
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (263 km)
2 h 39 min
263 km.
from $14
Other
Rideshare
2 h 39 min
263 km.
from $10.01
Transport providers
Bus operators
FlixBus
Bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Krefeld
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$27.17
Union Ivkoni
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
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 (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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