Train from Cologne to The Hague: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cologne to The Hague on 26 January
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche BahnTrain
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Cologne Messe/Deutz
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to The Hague

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach The Hague. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 271, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3h 10mAverage duration
224 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 258 - R 1 639Average duration6h 20m
5kg CO₂e
Average priceR 418 - R 2 725Average duration3h 2m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 271 - R 516Average duration3h 10m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to The Hague by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Cologne to The Hague?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to The Hague start from R 418. The average price for this train route is around R 1 241. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Cologne to The Hague?

    The average train journey time from Cologne to The Hague is 3h 2m, covering a distance of 222 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.

  3. Which train operators serve the Cologne to The Hague route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to The Hague?

    The earliest train from Cologne to The Hague departs at 06:01. And the latest train departs at 20:49.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Cologne to The Hague?

    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 7 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to The Hague?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Cologne to The Hague?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to The Hague?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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R 395
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to The Hague was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 395

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to The Hague as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 395 to R 1 295 for a train ticket from Cologne to The Hague based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 395, which is on 2026-01-31.

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