- Must visit
Het Spoorwegmuseum
Leading Dutch railway museum with historic trains, interactive exhibits, and family-friendly displays inside a former station hall.
Cheapest price on Oct 07
€25
Average ticket price on Oct 07
€55
Fastest journey on Oct 07
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Oct 07
2 h 16 m
Trains on Oct 07
16
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Utrecht is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Utrecht will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
On Wed, Oct 07, we found 16 trains from Cologne to Utrecht, including 5 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 07 the direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Wed, Oct 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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 1028 · S11 · S8 · 20060
IC 60402
10612 · 20074 · IC 3548
10608 · 20070 · IC 3540
10616 · 20078 · IC 3556
ICE 128
ICE 220
ICE 126
ICE 222
IC 60402Trains from Cologne to Utrecht run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (180 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 111 miles (180 km) |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Utrecht trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1028 · S11 · S8 · 20060 | On time 3:40 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h55 | 7:35 AM Utrecht Centraal | 4 transfers | |
26803+ 20006+ IC 3220 | 4:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h07 | 7:56 AM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
26805+ 20008+ IC 3224 | 5:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h07 | 8:56 AM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 222 | On time 6:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h10 | 8:59 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
10604 · 20066 · IC 3532 | 7:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h10 | 10:35 AM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
26809+ 20012+ IC 3232 | 7:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h07 | 10:56 AM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 220 | On time 8:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h10 | 10:59 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
10608 · 20070 · IC 3540 | 9:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h10 | 12:35 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
26813+ 20016+ IC 3240 | 9:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h07 | 12:56 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 128 | On time 10:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h10 | 12:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
10612 · 20074 · IC 3548 | 11:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h10 | 2:35 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
26817+ 20020+ IC 3248 | 11:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h07 | 2:56 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 126 | On time 12:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h10 | 2:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
10616 · 20078 · IC 3556 | 1:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h10 | 4:35 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
26821+ 20024+ IC 3256 | 1:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h07 | 4:56 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
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Leading Dutch railway museum with historic trains, interactive exhibits, and family-friendly displays inside a former station hall.
National museum of mechanical musical instruments. Its self-playing organs and guided demonstrations make it uniquely memorable.
Major art museum with old masters, Utrecht Caravaggists, fashion, and city history in a striking historic-modern complex.
Utrecht’s signature canal lined with wharf cellars, waterside terraces, and historic buildings. It is the city’s essential walking route.
Large central square between Dom Tower and cathedral ruins, layered with Roman and medieval history and surrounded by major sights.
Green city park on former defensive works, ideal for a relaxed walk around the old center with lawns, paths, and water.
A soft sweet bun filled with spiced currants, raisins and sugar. It is a classic Dutch bakery treat often eaten at breakfast or with coffee.
A thick split pea soup with vegetables and usually smoked sausage. It is a beloved Dutch winter staple, filling and strongly traditional.
Small fluffy pancakes served with butter and powdered sugar. This fairground favorite is a classic Dutch snack enjoyed across Utrecht.
Polished fine dining restaurant serving modern French cuisine with seasonal tasting menus in an elegant intimate room.
Casual local brewery and restaurant in a former church. Go for Utrecht craft beer and hearty Dutch-friendly dishes.
Popular waterside spot for quality burgers, drinks and terrace dining along the canal. Lively and relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels are often pricey, but dining and transit are manageable for most visitors compared with Amsterdam or other major Dutch cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is appreciated.
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Most Cologne to Utrecht trains use the Köln Hbf to Utrecht Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Utrecht train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
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 storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Utrecht Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant De Rechtbank, Humphrey's Utrecht
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Utrecht Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Utrecht Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Utrecht Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Utrecht Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Centraal: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Utrecht, NH Utrecht, Park Plaza Utrecht.
Utrecht Leidsche Rijn is 3 km from Utrecht city centre. Public transport options include:
Utrecht Leidsche Rijn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn.
ATMs are available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn.
Available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn: Parking.
Available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn.
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