Next available departures

Next departures for Rotterdam to Cologne on September 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain		1:05pm	Rotterdam CS	5h 53m	6:58pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:05am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 9m	11:14am	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		8:50am	Rotterdam CS	4h 51m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + National Express		8:05am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 20m	11:25am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:05am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 9m	11:14am	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + National Express		8:05am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 20m	11:25am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:05am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 9m	11:14am	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + National Express		8:05am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 20m	11:25am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Rotterdam to Cologne on September 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain		1:05pm	Rotterdam CS	5h 53m	6:58pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:05pm	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 8m	3:13pm	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		8:50am	Rotterdam CS	4h 52m	1:42pm	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio NRW		6:15am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 26m	9:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + VIAS Rail + National Express		6:20am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 47m	10:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:05am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 9m	11:14am	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + National Express		6:45pm	Rotterdam Centraal	4h 9m	10:54pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn		7:15pm	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 51m	11:06pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Rotterdam to Cologne on September 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain		9:35am	Rotterdam CS	4h 7m	1:42pm	Hbf	Cheapest
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Deutsche Bahn	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:50pm	Rotterdam Centraal	2h 55m	11:45pm	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		1:05pm	Rotterdam CS	5h 53m	6:58pm	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio NRW		6:15am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 26m	9:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + National Express		7:50am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 35m	11:25am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:50am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 24m	11:14am	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + DB Regio NRW + National Express		12:23pm	Rotterdam Centraal	4h	4:23pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + DB Regio NRW		12:23pm	Rotterdam Centraal	4h 1m	4:24pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Rotterdam to Cologne on September 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain		9:35am	Rotterdam CS	4h 6m	1:41pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:05pm	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 8m	3:13pm	Hbf	Fastest
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio NRW		7:15am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 26m	10:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + National Express		7:50am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 35m	11:25am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:50am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 24m	11:14am	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + DB Regio NRW + National Express		12:23pm	Rotterdam Centraal	4h	4:23pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + DB Regio NRW		12:23pm	Rotterdam Centraal	4h 1m	4:24pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio NRW		7:15am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 26m	10:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Rotterdam to Cologne on September 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain		8:50am	Rotterdam CS	4h 52m	1:42pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	2:20pm	Rotterdam Centraal	2h 53m	5:13pm	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		1:05pm	Rotterdam CS	5h 53m	6:58pm	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio NRW		6:15am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 26m	9:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + VIAS Rail + National Express		7:20am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 47m	11:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:05am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 9m	11:14am	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio NRW		6:15am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 26m	9:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + VIAS Rail + National Express		7:20am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 47m	11:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Rotterdam to Cologne on September 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain		8:50am	Rotterdam CS	4h 51m	1:41pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:05pm	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 8m	9:13pm	Hbf	Fastest
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio NRW		6:15am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 26m	9:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + VIAS Rail + National Express		7:20am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 47m	11:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:05am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 9m	11:14am	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio NRW		6:15am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 26m	9:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + VIAS Rail + National Express		7:20am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 47m	11:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:05am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 9m	11:14am	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Rotterdam to Cologne on September 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain		8:50am	Rotterdam CS	4h 51m	1:41pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	2:20pm	Rotterdam Centraal	2h 53m	5:13pm	Hbf	Fastest
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio NRW		6:15am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 26m	9:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + VIAS Rail + National Express		7:20am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 47m	11:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:05am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 9m	11:14am	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio NRW		6:15am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 26m	9:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + VIAS Rail + National Express		7:20am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 47m	11:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:05am	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 9m	11:14am	Hbf	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Rotterdam 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 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R$76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

5h 45mAverage Duration

133 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR$76 - R$462	Average Duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR$159 - R$907	Average Duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Rotterdam and Cologne?

Rotterdam

A
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page
B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
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

NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

3.6/561 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.4

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/512 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi2.9

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Deutsche Bahn ICE, ÖBB

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from R$159. The average price for this train route is around R$400. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Rotterdam to Cologne?
The average train ride duration from Rotterdam to Cologne is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 127 miles (205 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 51m and is operated by NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen.
Which train operators service the Rotterdam to Cologne route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 58 trains available per day, including services from NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Rotterdam to Cologne?
The earliest train departs from Rotterdam to Cologne at 6:12am. And the latest train departs at 8:54pm.
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 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 11 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 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Rotterdam to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Rotterdam to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/15

R$376

09/16

No data

Today

R$472

09/18

R$500

09/19

R$281

09/20

R$406

09/21

R$300

09/22

R$300

The cheapest trip from Rotterdam to Cologne was searched and found on Sep 19, 2026 with a price of R$281

To 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 R$281 to R$918 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 R$281 which is on 2026-09-19.