Train from Amsterdam to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Amsterdam to Cologne on April 18
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk
HbfCheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE
Amsterdam Centraal
HbfFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk
HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE
Amsterdam Centraal
Cologne Messe/DeutzNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE
Amsterdam Centraal
Cologne Messe/DeutzNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:28 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Amsterdam to Cologne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just CZK 388, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
5h 20mAverage Duration
142 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average PriceCZK 388 - CZK 1,892Average Duration5h 20m
6kg CO₂e
Average PriceCZK 527 - CZK 3,410Average Duration2h 49m
5kg CO₂e

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/15
CZK 638
04/16
CZK 2,471
Today
CZK 2,039
04/18
CZK 1,734
04/19
CZK 1,019
04/20
No data
04/21
CZK 1,019
04/22
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Amsterdam to Cologne was searched and found on Apr 15, 2026 with a price of CZK 638

To 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 CZK 638 to CZK 3,794 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 CZK 1,019 which is on 2026-04-19.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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