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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Maastricht
Cheapest price on Oct 18
€38
Average ticket price on Oct 18
€40
Fastest journey on Oct 18
1 h 54 m
Average journey duration on Oct 18
1 h 54 m
Trains on Oct 18
28
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Maastricht is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Maastricht will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Maastricht without transferring at least once.
26832 · 189749:15 PM1h56Cologne Hbf11:11 PMMaastricht station€381One-way1 transfer- 26836 · 18982 · 3200511:15 PM6h38Cologne Hbf5:53 AMMaastricht station€381One-way2 transfers
- 26834 · 1897810:15 PM1h56Cologne Hbf12:11 AMMaastricht station€381One-way1 transfer
- 26830 · 189708:15 PM1h56Cologne Hbf10:11 PMMaastricht station€381One-way1 transfer
- 10920 · 189523:47 PM1h54Cologne Hbf5:41 PMMaastricht station€381One-way1 transfer
- 10920 · 189523:47 PM1h54Cologne Hbf5:41 PMMaastricht station€381One-way1 transfer
- 10918 · 189482:47 PM1h54Cologne Hbf4:41 PMMaastricht station€381One-way1 transfer
- 10914 · 1894012:47 PM1h54Cologne Hbf2:41 PMMaastricht station€381One-way1 transfer
- 10912 · 1893611:47 AM1h54Cologne Hbf1:41 PMMaastricht station€381One-way1 transfer
- 10916 · 189441:47 PM1h54Cologne Hbf3:41 PMMaastricht station€381One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Maastricht
Germany
Netherlands
Trains from Cologne to Maastricht run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 89 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 89 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 4 days |
Live departures
Cologne to Maastricht train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Maastricht trains for tomorrow, Sunday, October 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26802 · 18914 | 6:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h55 | 8:10 AM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 10602 · 20064 · 32221 · IC 2921 | 6:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h38 | 9:03 AM Maastricht station | 3 transfers | |
| 26804 · 18918 | 7:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h55 | 9:10 AM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 10604 · 20066 · 32225 · IC 2925 | 7:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h38 | 10:03 AM Maastricht station | 3 transfers | |
| 26852 · 18922 | 8:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h55 | 10:10 AM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 10606 · 20068 · 32229 · IC 2929 | 8:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h38 | 11:03 AM Maastricht station | 3 transfers | |
| 26808 · 18926 | 9:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h55 | 11:10 AM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 10608 · 20070 · 32233 · IC 2933 | 9:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h38 | 12:03 PM Maastricht station | 3 transfers | |
| 26810 · 18930 | 10:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h55 | 12:10 PM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 26812 · 18934 | 11:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h55 | 1:10 PM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 10912 · 18936 | 11:47 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h54 | 1:41 PM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 26814 · 18938 | 12:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h56 | 2:10 PM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 10914 · 18940 | 12:47 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h54 | 2:41 PM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 26816 · 18942 | 1:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h56 | 3:10 PM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 10916 · 18944 | 1:47 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h54 | 3:41 PM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 26818 · 18946 | 2:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h55 | 4:10 PM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 10918 · 18948 | 2:47 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h54 | 4:41 PM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 26820 · 18950 | 3:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h55 | 5:10 PM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 10920 · 18952 | 3:47 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h54 | 5:41 PM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 26822 · 18954 | 4:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h55 | 6:10 PM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 10922 · 18956 | 4:46 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h55 | 6:41 PM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 26824 · 18958 | 5:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h55 | 7:10 PM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 26830 · 18970 | 8:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h56 | 10:11 PM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 10630 · 20092 · 32277 · IC 2777 | 8:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h38 | 11:03 PM Maastricht station | 3 transfers | |
| 26832 · 18974 | 9:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h56 | 11:11 PM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 10632 · 20094 · 32281 · IC 2781 | 9:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h38 | 12:03 AM Maastricht station | 3 transfers | |
| 26834 · 18978 | 10:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h56 | 12:11 AM Maastricht station | 1 transfer | |
| 26836 · 18982 · 32005 | 11:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 6h38 | 5:53 AM Maastricht station | 2 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.
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Maastricht
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Maastricht 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 Maastricht, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Maastricht
Most Cologne to Maastricht trains use the Köln Hbf to Maastricht station pair, with some services arriving at Maastricht Randwyck. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Maastricht train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do trains to Maastricht 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/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.
Getting to Köln-Ehrenfeld from Cologne city centre
Köln-Ehrenfeld is 3 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln-Ehrenfeld train station facilities and services
Köln-Ehrenfeld 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: I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato, Burger King, Café Franck, Eichendorf
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. ATMs are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. Information desks are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln-Ehrenfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln-Ehrenfeld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Kölnotel, Black Hotels.
Which Maastricht station do trains from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to Maastricht from Maastricht city centre
Maastricht is 1 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht train station facilities and services
Maastricht 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 Witloof, Grand Café Maastricht Soiron
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maastricht. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Maastricht. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maastricht: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maastricht: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Maastricht, Hotel Beaumont, Kaboom Hotel.
Getting to Maastricht Randwyck from Maastricht city centre
Maastricht Randwyck is 2 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht Randwyck train station facilities and services
Maastricht Randwyck has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maastricht Randwyck.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maastricht Randwyck. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maastricht Randwyck: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maastricht Randwyck: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht Randwyck: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Maastricht, Hotel Randwyck, Apart Hotel Randwyck.
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