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270 km.
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Two ways to Travel from Zaandam to Cologne

Composite routes from Zaandam to Cologne

Cheapest
2 h 41 min
Car
270 km.
from $14
Other
2 h 41 min
Rideshare
270 km.
from $10.27

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:
$26.76–$38.22

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.60–$955.61

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Zaandam to Arnhem
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.84–$44.60
Train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.21–$58.61
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Köln
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.13–$82.82
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$33.13–$82.82

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:
$31.85–$70.08

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:
$45.87–$52.24
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$61.16–$67.53
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.31–$33.13

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Köln
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.14–$203.86

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:
$12.74–$19.11

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 Zaandam to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Zaandam to Cologne is to bus which costs $28.26 - $47.83 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zaandam to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct train between Zaandam and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Zaandam to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Zaandam and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Zaandam to Cologne?

The distance between Zaandam and Cologne is 269 km. The road distance is 268.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Zaandam to Cologne without a car is to train via Arnhem which takes 3h 52m and costs $35.87 - $86.96 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Zaandam to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zaandam to Cologne train from?

Zaandam to Cologne train services, operated by NS, depart from Zaandam station.

Train or bus from Zaandam to Cologne?

The best way to get from Zaandam to Cologne is to train via Arnhem which takes 3h 52m and costs $35.87 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28.26 - $47.83 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Zaandam to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zaandam to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Zaandam to Cologne is 269 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Zaandam to Cologne.

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

Book your Zaandam 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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