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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 | Rotterdam CS | Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
 | Rotterdam Centraal | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + DB Regio NRW + National Express | Rotterdam Centraal | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + DB Regio NRW | Rotterdam Centraal | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio NRW | Rotterdam Centraal | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Rotterdam to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Rotterdam and Cologne?
Rotterdam
- A
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum
Cologne
- ABahnsteig 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 Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Rotterdam to Cologne start at $37. The average price for this train route is around $106. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Rotterdam to Cologne?
The average train trip from Rotterdam to Cologne takes 3h 28m and covers 205 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 51m and is operated by NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen.
Which train operators serve the Rotterdam to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 35 trains available per day, including services from NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rotterdam to Cologne?
The earliest train from Rotterdam to Cologne departs at 6:15am. The latest train departs at 9:05pm.
What is the best train operator from Rotterdam to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Rotterdam to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.3.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Rotterdam to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Rotterdam to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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 Rotterdam to Cologne was searched and found on Jun 4, 2026 with a price of $95To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Rotterdam to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $95 to $246 for a train ticket from Rotterdam to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $95 which is on 2026-06-04.
