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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk | Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio NRW | Amsterdam Centraal | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + DB Regio NRW + National Express | Amsterdam Centraal | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + DB Regio NRW | Amsterdam Centraal | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio NRW | Amsterdam Centraal | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + National Express | Amsterdam Centraal | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + DB Regio NRW + National Express | Amsterdam Centraal | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + DB Regio NRW | Amsterdam Centraal | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Amsterdam to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Amsterdam and Cologne?
Amsterdam
- B
Amstel
Julianaplein 1A, 1097 Oost / Watergraafsmeer, Netherlands - C
Duivendrecht
Stationsplein 3, 1115 BZ Duivendrecht, Netherlands - D
Bijlmer Arena
Hoogoorddreef 54, 1101 BE Amsterdam-Zuidoost, Netherlands - E
Centraal
Prins Hendrikkade 4, 1012 TM Amsterdam, Netherlands
Cologne
- A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Amsterdam to Cologne by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Amsterdam to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Amsterdam to Cologne start at $36. The average price for this train route is around $111. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Amsterdam to Cologne?
The average train trip from Amsterdam to Cologne takes 3h 57m and covers 215 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 31m and is operated by NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen.
Which train operators serve the Amsterdam to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 93 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Amsterdam to Cologne?
The earliest train from Amsterdam to Cologne departs at 6:01am. The latest train departs at 10:54pm.
What is the best train operator from Amsterdam to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Amsterdam to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Amsterdam to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Amsterdam to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Amsterdam to Cologne was searched and found on Sep 7, 2026 with a price of $48To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Amsterdam to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $48 to $244 for a train ticket from Amsterdam to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $85 which is on 2026-09-13.
