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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Utrecht Leidsche Rijn | Cheapest | |||||
 | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Utrecht Central Station | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Utrecht Leidsche Rijn | No tags | |||||
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Utrecht Central Station | No tags | |||||
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn + InterCity | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Utrecht Central Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Utrecht
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Utrecht. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 209, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Utrecht by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Utrecht cost?
The average train ticket price from Cologne to Utrecht is R 1 187. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Utrecht is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Cologne to Utrecht?
A train trip between Cologne and Utrecht is around 2h 51m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 9m. This is the time it takes to travel the 181 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Cologne and Utrecht?
The number of trains from Cologne to Utrecht can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Utrecht by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Cologne to Utrecht?
When taking the train from Cologne to Utrecht, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Utrecht?
Trains travelling between Cologne and Utrecht leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Utrecht Central Station, Jaarbusplein Bus Station.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Utrecht was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of R 418To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Utrecht as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 418 to R 2 235 for a train ticket from Cologne to Utrecht based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 418, which is on 2025-11-20.
