- Must visit
Museum Ludwig
Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for its strong Picasso collection and Pop Art holdings.
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Arnhem to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arnhem to Cologne will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 14 trains that leave Arnhem for Cologne on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 6 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 5106+
20021
ICE 147 · ICE 109
ICE 141 · ICE 103
ICE 147 · 89882 · ICE 721
ICE 123
ICE 225
ICE 123
ICE 125
ICE 121
ICE 143 · 21333 · IC 2013Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Arnhem to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 85 miles (137 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$59 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
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 Arnhem to Cologne:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Arnhem to Cologne costing on average $59 (€48).
Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 35m.
The table below shows live departures for Arnhem to Cologne trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 141 · ICE 103 | On time 6:32 AM Arnhem station | 2h16 | 8:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 141 · 21331 · ICE 529 | On time 6:32 AM Arnhem station | 2h10 | 8:42 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
ICE 121 | On time 7:34 AM Arnhem station | 1h37 | 9:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3121 · 32225 · 20073 · 10617 | 7:50 AM Arnhem station | 2h45 | 10:35 AM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 143 · ICE 105 | On time 8:33 AM Arnhem station | 2h15 | 10:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 143 · 21333 · ICE 623 | On time 8:33 AM Arnhem station | 2h09 | 10:42 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
ICE 225 | On time 9:34 AM Arnhem station | 1h37 | 11:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3129 · 32233 · 20077 · 10621 | 9:50 AM Arnhem station | 2h45 | 12:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 145 · ICE 107 | On time 10:32 AM Arnhem station | 2h16 | 12:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 123 | On time 11:34 AM Arnhem station | 1h37 | 1:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
20021+ IC 5106 | On time 11:45 AM Arnhem station | 2h25 | 2:10 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 3137 · 32241 · 20081 · 10625 | 11:50 AM Arnhem station | 2h45 | 2:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 147 · 89882 · ICE 721 | On time 12:33 PM Arnhem station | 2h09 | 2:42 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
ICE 147 · ICE 109 | On time 12:33 PM Arnhem station | 2h15 | 2:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 125 | On time 1:34 PM Arnhem station | 1h37 | 3:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3145 · 32249 · 20085 · 10629 | 1:50 PM Arnhem station | 2h45 | 4:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 149 · 89886 · ICE 725 | On time 2:33 PM Arnhem station | 2h09 | 4:42 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
ICE 149 · ICE 201 | On time 2:33 PM Arnhem station | 2h15 | 4:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 127 | On time 3:34 PM Arnhem station | 1h37 | 5:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3153 · 32257 · 20089 · 10633 | 3:50 PM Arnhem station | 2h45 | 6:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 241 · 21339 · ICE 729 | On time 4:32 PM Arnhem station | 2h10 | 6:42 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
ICE 241 · ICE 203 | On time 4:32 PM Arnhem station | 2h16 | 6:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 129 | On time 5:34 PM Arnhem station | 1h37 | 7:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 243 · 21341 · ICE 823 | On time 6:33 PM Arnhem station | 1h58 | 8:31 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
ICE 243 · ICE 205 | On time 6:33 PM Arnhem station | 2h15 | 8:48 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 221 | 7:34 PM Arnhem station | 1h37 | 9:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3169 · 32273 · 20097 · 10641 | 7:50 PM Arnhem station | 2h45 | 10:35 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Arnhem to Cologne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:28, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (137 km) distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 85 miles (137 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 12:28 AM |
Last train 10:49 PM |
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Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for its strong Picasso collection and Pop Art holdings.
Cologne’s key archaeology museum for Roman heritage, especially famous for the Dionysus mosaic and Roman artifacts from the city.
Important fine arts museum with medieval, Baroque, and 19th-century painting, including one of Germany’s leading Impressionist collections.
Popular riverfront promenade in Deutz with one of the city’s best postcard views toward the cathedral skyline, especially at sunset.
Classic walking area with narrow lanes, traditional houses, churches, and river access, ideal for first-time visitors.
One of the Old Town’s best-known squares, surrounded by historic facades and a lively atmosphere close to major sights.
Cologne’s signature top-fermented pale beer, traditionally served in small cylindrical glasses. It is central to the city’s brewing culture and best enjoyed in a local brauhaus.
A classic Cologne dish of mashed potatoes and apple sauce, usually served with black pudding and fried onions. The sweet-savory combination is strongly associated with Rhineland home cooking.
Despite the name, this is not chicken but a rye bread roll with aged Gouda, butter, mustard, and onions. It is a beloved Kölsch beer snack in traditional Cologne pubs.
An established fine-dining restaurant in central Cologne offering refined modern European cuisine, polished service, and an elegant hotel dining room.
A well-known casual restaurant loved for schnitzel and hearty German comfort food. It has a relaxed, local feel and a strong reputation among visitors and residents.
One of Cologne’s most famous brauhäuser near the cathedral, known for Kölsch and classic Rhineland dishes in a lively traditional atmosphere.
Moderate by German standards. Museums and transit are reasonable, while hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Add EUR 1-2 for taxis, and round up in cafés if table service is provided.
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