Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RB,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 10

Cheapest price on Oct 10

$36

Average ticket price on Oct 10

$74

Fastest journey on Oct 10

2 h 46 m

Average journey duration on Oct 10

2 h 49 m

Trains on Oct 10

37

Distance

214 km

Cheap tickets

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 $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.

Fast trains

On Sat, Oct 10, we found 37 trains from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf, including 8 direct services.

On Sat, Oct 10 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .

On Sat, Oct 10 the slowest trains will take 2 h 52 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.

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2765 · 18965 · ICE 313
    5:39 PM3h45
    Amsterdam Centraal
    9:24 PMCologne Hbf
    $361One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 60403
    9:01 PM3h00
    Amsterdam Centraal
    12:01 AMCologne Hbf
    $391One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 3029 · IC 3529 · 20077 · 10621
    8:54 AM3h41
    Amsterdam Centraal
    12:35 PMCologne Hbf
    $711One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 3037 · IC 3537 · 20081 · 10625
    10:54 AM3h41
    Amsterdam Centraal
    2:35 PMCologne Hbf
    $711One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 3045 · IC 3545 · 20085 · 10629
    12:54 PM3h41
    Amsterdam Centraal
    4:35 PMCologne Hbf
    $711One-way
    3 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf

NetherlandsNetherlands
GermanyGermany
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Trains from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 but you can travel from only $17 by bus.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 2h 31m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $17
Distance
132 miles (214 km)
Average train duration
3h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
$24
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
2h 31m
First train
4:38 AM
Last train
9:39 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
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $17

Live departures

Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnIC 3039 · 26820+VIAS Rail GmbH2002311:24 AM Amsterdam Centraal
3h47
3:11 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 2745 · 18945 · 2682712:39 PM Amsterdam Centraal
4h05
4:44 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 3045 · IC 3545 · 20085 · 1062912:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal
3h41
4:35 PM Cologne Hbf3 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 2747 · IC 3947 · 18947 · 109251:09 PM Amsterdam Centraal
4h01
5:10 PM Cologne Hbf3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1272:33 PM Amsterdam Centraal
2h38
5:11 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2753 · 18953 · 268312:40 PM Amsterdam Centraal
4h04
6:44 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 3053 · IC 3553 · 20089 · 106332:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal
3h41
6:35 PM Cologne Hbf3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 129
On time
4:33 PM Amsterdam Centraal
2h38
7:11 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2761 · 18961 · 268354:40 PM Amsterdam Centraal
4h04
8:44 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 3061 · IC 3561 · 20093 · 106374:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal
3h41
8:35 PM Cologne Hbf3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 2216:33 PM Amsterdam Centraal
2h38
9:11 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2769 · 18969 · 268396:40 PM Amsterdam Centraal
4h04
10:44 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 3069 · IC 3569 · 20097 · 106416:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal
3h41
10:35 PM Cologne Hbf3 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 2971 · 18973 · 268417:09 PM Amsterdam Centraal
4h35
11:44 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 3071 · 22138+VIAS Rail GmbH200397:24 PM Amsterdam Centraal
4h27
11:51 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 3073 · IC 3573 · 20099 · 106437:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal
3h41
11:35 PM Cologne Hbf3 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 60403
On time
9:01 PM Amsterdam Centraal
2h52
11:53 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2979 · 18981 · 268459:09 PM Amsterdam Centraal
4h35
1:44 AM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 3079 · ICE 550+VIAS Rail GmbH200439:24 PM Amsterdam Centraal
5h21
2:45 AM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 3079 · 26842+VIAS Rail GmbH200439:24 PM Amsterdam Centraal
4h54
2:18 AM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 2981 · 32589 · 18981 · 268459:39 PM Amsterdam Centraal
4h05
1:44 AM Cologne Hbf3 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 3085 · IC 3585 · 20065 · 1060910:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal
7h40
6:34 AM Cologne Hbf3 transfers
Saturday, October 10
Deutsche BahnIC 1402 · 28507+VIAS Rail GmbH200091:19 AM Amsterdam Centraal
7h10
8:29 AM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 121
On time
6:38 AM Amsterdam Centraal
2h46
9:24 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2923 · IC 3923 · 18923 · 109137:09 AM Amsterdam Centraal
4h02
11:11 AM Cologne Hbf3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 225
On time
8:31 AM Amsterdam Centraal
2h54
11:25 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2929 · 18931 · 109178:39 AM Amsterdam Centraal
4h33
1:12 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 3029 · IC 3529 · 20077 · 106218:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal
3h41
12:35 PM Cologne Hbf3 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 2931 · IC 3931 · 18931 · 109179:09 AM Amsterdam Centraal
4h03
1:12 PM Cologne Hbf3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 123
On time
10:31 AM Amsterdam Centraal
2h53
1:24 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2737 · 18937 · 2682310:39 AM Amsterdam Centraal
4h05
2:44 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 3037 · IC 3537 · 20081 · 1062510:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal
3h41
2:35 PM Cologne Hbf3 transfers

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf?

The best time to book your train from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf.

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Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
2h 31m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
$24
Deutsche Bahn frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

VIAS Rail GmbH

About
VIAS Rail GmbH is a German rail service company based in Frankfurt, operating passenger rail services in the states of Hesse, Rhineland-Palatinate, and North Rhine-Westphalia. The name "VIAS" is derived from the Latin word "via" (way) and "S" for service. VIAS Rail GmbH operates numerous regional train lines, including services on the Odenwald Railway network and lines in the Rhein-Main Gebiet. They utilize various train types, such as Bombardier Itino and Stadler FLIRT vehicles. The company is a subsidiary of the RATH Group.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average VIAS Rail GmbH Duration
3h 3m
Cheapest VIAS Rail GmbH Price
$24
VIAS Rail GmbH frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack and beverage service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $24, while the average price is around $71.
The train from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf takes 2h 31m and runs 11 per day.
The distance by train from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf is 132 miles (214 km).
The first train from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf leaves at 4:38 AM.
The last train from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf leaves at 9:39 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf. This service operates 3 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf.
The train journey from Amsterdam Centraal to Köln Hbf offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the Dutch countryside and the Rhine Valley, with picturesque landscapes, charming villages, and the iconic Rhine River enhancing the experience.
Yes, you can take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Cologne Hbf.
Popular day trips by train from Cologne Hbf include Düsseldorf, Dortmund, Liège, Aachen, Venlo.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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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.

Departure train stations in Amsterdam
Arrival train stations in Cologne
Amsterdam CentraalStationsplein, 1012 AB Amsterdam, NetherlandsWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Amsterdam Centraal from Amsterdam city centre

BusN87, N85, N88 · 6m · $1 · every ~2 min
Tram17, 2, 24 · 4m · $1 · every ~48 min
Subway52 · 1m · $1 · every ~28 min

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.

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