The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Amsterdam Centraal
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€55
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Amsterdam Centraal 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 Centraal will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 6 trains that leave Cologne for Amsterdam Centraal on Sat, Nov 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest trains will take 3 h 51 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 824+
VIA 20014 · VIA 21208+
IC 3036
ICE 1012+
VIA 20018 · VIA 21212+
IC 3044
S 6 · 22616 · 32242 · IC 2948
RB 32868 · 22612 · 32234 · IC 2940
ICE 220
ICE 128
ICE 220
ICE 1012+
VIA 20018 · VIA 21212+
IC 3044
RB 32868 · 22612 · 32234 · IC 2940
ICE 824+
VIA 20014 · VIA 21208+
IC 3036Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Amsterdam Centraal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Amsterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €171.
Distance: 214 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€59 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest | €508 Average price |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 56m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne to Amsterdam Centraal train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Amsterdam Centraal trains for today, Friday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 220 | On time 7:32 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h57 | 10:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 26811+ VIA 20014 · VIA 21208+ IC 3036 | On time 7:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h47 | 11:36 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
RB 10608 · 22612 · IC 3540 · IC 3038 | On time 8:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h41 | 12:06 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 128 | On time 9:36 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h53 | 12:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 26815+ VIA 20018 · VIA 21212+ IC 3044 | On time 9:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h47 | 1:36 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Amsterdam Centraal
Trains from Cologne to Amsterdam Centraal run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 06:15 |
Last train 19:25 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, National Express, ÖBB Nightjet from Cologne to Amsterdam Centraal trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, National Express, ÖBB Nightjet trains will get you between Cologne and Amsterdam Centraal from €9. 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 Nightjet
National Express
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Amsterdam Centraal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Amsterdam Centraal 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 Centraal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Amsterdam Centraal
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato
- Burger King
- Café Franck
- Eichendorf
- Kölnotel
- Black Hotels
- Monday: 07:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Tuesday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Wednesday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Thursday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Friday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Zum Piccolo
- Kolpinghaus
- Pizzeria Marco Polo
- Grill Stube
- Pension Europa
- Hotel Geisler
- The niu Mill
- Café Lichtblick
- Gaststätte zum Krug
- Italienisches Eiscafé
- Steak- und Grillstube Richartz
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
- Bistro im Park
- Restaurant Fernandes
- Orient Palais Restaurants & Catering
- Hanoi46
- Destiny
- Aida
- Schlüters
- 1st floor hotel
- Subway
- Ganesha
- Magnus
- Borsalino
- Hotel Chelsea
- Hotel Mado
- Elite Hotel
- Blacksheep Hostel
- Couchsnacks
- Secco
- Bistro Lotus
- Ganesha
- Flandrischer Hof
- Lasthaus am Ring
- The Ascot Hotel
- Lindner Hotel City Plaza Cologne
- Kolpinghaus
- Pizzeria Marco Polo
- Burger King
- Localino
- Hotel Geisler
- Weiler Kebap
- Başak Grill
- Le'zzet
- Seniorencafé Treffpunkt
- Haus Wester
- Zur alten Post
- Piccolo Capriccio
- Brauhaus Dellbrück
- Al Capriccio
- Ihr Hotel Garni Köln
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
- Yilmaz
- Bistro im Park
- Restaurant Fernandes
- Orient Palais Restaurants & Catering
- Hanoi46
- Aida
- Vasco da Gama
- Alforat Grill & Pizza
- Sushi World
- Al Capone
- Kraus
- Vitalis Grill
- West End Hotel
- Wirtshaus Josef
- Casona Argentina
- Yilmaz
- Kaiserpalast
- Stammhaus
- Hofcafé Gut Clarenhof
- GolfCity Bistro
- McDonald's
- Wartesaal am Dom
- Alte Feuerwache
- Al Andalus
- A&O Köln Dom
- City Pension Storch II
- Azimut Hotel
- First Domizil
- Pizza Paradies
- Sushi Bar GAN-MI
- Potato and More
- Im Rauchfang
- Garten Hotel Ponick
- Hotel Osteria Centovini
- Goethe
- Brauhaus Eltzhof
- Cafe Wanda
- East Time
- Olymp
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:59
- Free WiFi in all station areas.
- 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.
- De Broodzaak
- Kyoto Sushi & Grill
- Starbucks
- The Doner Company
- Wagamama
- Wurst & Schnitzelhaus
- Smullers
- Burger King
- Grand Café First Class
- Burgerij
- & many more
- The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
- NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace
- Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
- Art’otel Amsterdam
- Located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
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