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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Amsterdam
Cheapest price on Sep 12
€33
Average ticket price on Sep 12
€62
Fastest journey on Sep 12
2 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
2 h 40 m
Trains on Sep 12
26
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Amsterdam will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
On Sat, Sep 12, we found 26 trains from Cologne to Amsterdam, including 8 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 12 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
On Sat, Sep 12 the slowest trains will take 2 h 40 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.
ICE 24 · IC 21432 · IC 1409+
200409:52 PM4h56Cologne Hbf2:48 AMAmsterdam Centraal€331One-way3 transfers- IC 2208 · IC 604025:41 AM3h18Cologne Hbf8:59 AMAmsterdam Centraal€361One-way1 transfer
- 10612 · 20074 · IC 354811:25 AM3h39Cologne Hbf3:04 PMAmsterdam Zuid€591One-way2 transfers
- 10608 · 20070 · IC 35409:25 AM3h39Cologne Hbf1:04 PMAmsterdam Zuid€591One-way2 transfers
- 10616 · 20078 · IC 35561:25 PM3h39Cologne Hbf5:04 PMAmsterdam Zuid€591One-way2 transfers
- ICE 2226:49 AM2h39Cologne Hbf9:28 AMAmsterdam Centraal€701One-way0 transfers
- ICE 12810:49 AM2h40Cologne Hbf1:29 PMAmsterdam Centraal€781One-way0 transfers
- ICE 2208:49 AM2h40Cologne Hbf11:29 AMAmsterdam Centraal€781One-way0 transfers
- ICE 12612:49 PM2h40Cologne Hbf3:29 PMAmsterdam Centraal€781One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1224:49 PM2h40Cologne Hbf7:29 PMAmsterdam Centraal€701One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a flight costs an average of €446.
Distance: 214 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€59 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €446 Average price | €49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Amsterdam:
A bus is €38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Amsterdam costing on average €59.
A bus is €425 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Amsterdam costing on average €446.
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 40m.
Bus takes on average 6h 13m.
Live departures
Cologne to Amsterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Amsterdam trains for today, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 220 | 8:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h40 | 11:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 26808 · 18926 · IC 13940 | 9:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h05 | 1:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| 10608 · 20070 · IC 3540 | 9:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h39 | 1:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 128 | On time 10:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h40 | 1:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 26812 · 18934 · IC 13948 | 11:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h05 | 3:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| 10612 · 20074 · IC 3548 | 11:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h39 | 3:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 126 | On time 12:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h40 | 3:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 26816 · 18942 · IC 13956 | 1:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h05 | 5:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| 10616 · 20078 · IC 3556 | 1:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h39 | 5:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 124 | On time 2:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h40 | 5:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 26820 · 18950 · IC 13964 | 3:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h05 | 7:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| 10620 · 20082 · IC 3564 | 3:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h39 | 7:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 122 | On time 4:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h40 | 7:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10624 · 20086 · IC 3572 | 5:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h39 | 9:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 224 | 6:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h40 | 9:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10628 · 20090 · IC 3580 | 7:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h39 | 11:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 120 | On time 8:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h40 | 11:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10632 · 20094 · IC 3588 · IC 21402 | 9:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h19 | 1:44 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| 28534 · IC 21432 · IC 1409+20040 | 9:31 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h13 | 2:44 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 318 · R 18981 · IC 2992 · IC 21406 | On time 9:42 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h02 | 2:44 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
| 26834 · 18978 · IC 3992 · IC 2992 | 10:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h29 | 2:44 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 5 transfers | |
| Saturday, September 12 | |||||
| 26803 · IC 3020+20006 | 4:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h46 | 8:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| 26803 · IC 3020 · IC 3522+20006 | 4:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h44 | 8:33 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
| IC 2208 · IC 60402 | Delayed 5:41 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h18 | 6:59 AM 6:59 AMAmsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 222 | On time 6:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h39 | 9:28 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 26804 · 18918 · IC 13932 | 7:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h05 | 11:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| 10604 · 20066 · IC 3532 | 7:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h39 | 11:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Amsterdam
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Trains from Cologne to Amsterdam run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Cologne to Amsterdam trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Cologne and Amsterdam from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | InterCity
Eurostar
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Amsterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Amsterdam
Most Cologne to Amsterdam trains use the Köln Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam Zuid. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Amsterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do trains to Amsterdam leave from?
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.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz 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: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Which Amsterdam station do trains from Cologne arrive at?
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 Amsterdam Zuid from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Zuid train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant As, Gustavino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.
Getting to Amsterdam Sloterdijk from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Sloterdijk is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Sloterdijk train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Sloterdijk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Helden, Grand Café Hermes
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk, Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station, MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West.
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