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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf
Cheapest price on Oct 27
€28
Average ticket price on Oct 27
€59
Fastest journey on Oct 27
3 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Oct 27
3 h 13 m
Trains on Oct 27
34
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
On Tue, Oct 27, we found 34 trains from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf, including 7 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 27 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Tue, Oct 27 the slowest trains will take 3 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 604038:36 PM3h15Amsterdam Centraal11:51 PMCologne Hbf€281One-way0 transfers- IC 3965 · 18965 · ICE 3135:45 PM3h39Amsterdam Centraal9:24 PMCologne Hbf€281One-way2 transfers
- ICE 1272:10 PM3h14Amsterdam Centraal5:24 PMCologne Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1294:10 PM3h13Amsterdam Centraal7:23 PMCologne Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
- ICE 2216:10 PM3h15Amsterdam Centraal9:25 PMCologne Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
- ICE 12512:10 PM3h10Amsterdam Centraal3:20 PMCologne Hbf€601One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1294:10 PM3h13Amsterdam Centraal7:23 PMCologne Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1272:10 PM3h14Amsterdam Centraal5:24 PMCologne Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
- IC 604038:36 PM3h15Amsterdam Centraal11:51 PMCologne Hbf€281One-way0 transfers
- ICE 2258:10 AM3h15Amsterdam Centraal11:25 AMCologne Hbf€601One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf
Netherlands
Germany
Trains from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 4:38 AM |
Last train 8:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
Live departures
Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Monday, October 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 121 | Delayed 5:10 AM 6:07 AMAmsterdam Centraal | 3h17 | 8:37 AM 8:37 AMCologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2919 · IC 3919 · 18919 · 10911 | 6:10 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 4h02 | 10:12 AM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 3021 · IC 3521 · 20073 · 10617 | 6:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h41 | 10:35 AM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 3923 · 18923 · 10913 | 7:14 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h57 | 11:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 225 | Delayed 8:10 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h15 | 10:36 AM 10:36 AMCologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3927 · 18927 · 10915 | 8:16 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h56 | 12:12 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 3929 · 18929 · 26819 | 8:44 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 4h00 | 12:44 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 3029 · IC 3529 · 20077 · 10621 | 8:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h41 | 12:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 3931 · 18931 · 10917 | 9:14 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h58 | 1:12 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 3033 · ICE 123 | On time 9:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h30 | 1:24 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3935 · 18935 · 10919 | 10:16 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h56 | 2:12 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 3937 · 18937 · 26823 | 10:44 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 4h00 | 2:44 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 3037 · IC 3537 · 20081 · 10625 | 10:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h41 | 2:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 3939 · 18939 · 10921 | 11:14 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h57 | 3:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 125 | On time 12:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h10 | 3:20 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3943 · 18943 · 10923 | 12:16 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h56 | 4:12 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 3945 · 18945 · 26827 | 12:44 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h59 | 4:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 3045 · IC 3545 · 20085 · 10629 | 12:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h41 | 4:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 3947 · 18947 · 10925 | 1:14 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h56 | 5:10 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 127 | 2:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h14 | 5:24 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3951 · 18951 · 10927 | 2:16 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h56 | 6:12 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 3953 · 18953 · 26831 | 2:45 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h59 | 6:44 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 3053 · IC 3553 · 20089 · 10633 | 2:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h41 | 6:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 3955 · 18955 · 10929 | 3:14 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h58 | 7:12 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 129 | 4:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h13 | 7:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3959 · 18959 · 10931 | 4:16 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h56 | 8:12 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 3961 · 18961 · 26835 | 4:45 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h59 | 8:44 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 3061 · IC 3561 · 20093 · 10637 | 4:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h41 | 8:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 3965 · 18965 · ICE 313 | 5:45 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h39 | 9:24 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 221 | On time 6:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h15 | 9:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3069 · IC 3569 · 20097 · Bus RE13 | 6:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4h24 | 11:18 PM Cologne Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| IC 2971 · IC 3171 · Bus 28867 · S1 | 7:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4h37 | 11:47 PM Cologne Hbf | 5 transfers | |
| IC 60403 | 8:36 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h15 | 11:51 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2985 · 18909 · 26809 | 10:39 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 9h05 | 7:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 3085 · IC 3585 · Bus RE13 · 10805 | 10:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 8h06 | 7:00 AM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
VIAS Rail GmbH
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Amsterdam Centraal and Cologne Hbf
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FAQs: Trains from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf
Most Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam Centraal and Cologne Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Amsterdam Centraal from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
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