The cheapest and fastest trains from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Cheapest price
$145
Average price
$145
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz will cost around $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $145.
It's difficult to get from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz without transferring at least 2 times.
6:10 AM3h15The Hague Centraal9:25 AMCologne Messe/Deutz$1451One-way2 transfers
8:10 AM3h15The Hague Centraal11:25 AMCologne Messe/Deutz$1451One-way2 transfers
10:10 AM3h15The Hague Centraal1:25 PMCologne Messe/Deutz$1451One-way2 transfers
12:10 PM3h15The Hague Centraal3:25 PMCologne Messe/Deutz$1451One-way2 transfers
2:10 PM3h15The Hague Centraal5:25 PMCologne Messe/Deutz$1451One-way2 transfers
6:10 AM3h15The Hague Centraal9:25 AMCologne Messe/Deutz$1451One-way2 transfers
8:10 AM3h15The Hague Centraal11:25 AMCologne Messe/Deutz$1451One-way2 transfers
10:10 AM3h15The Hague Centraal1:25 PMCologne Messe/Deutz$1451One-way2 transfers
12:10 PM3h15The Hague Centraal3:25 PMCologne Messe/Deutz$1451One-way2 transfers
2:10 PM3h15The Hague Centraal5:25 PMCologne Messe/Deutz$1451One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $506.
Distance: 138 miles (223 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$74 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $539 Average price | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 38m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz:
A bus is $51 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz costing on average $74 (€61).
A bus is $515 (€422) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz costing on average $539 (€441).
Other travel options to Cologne Messe/Deutz take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 3m.
Flight takes on average 8h 38m.
Tickets start at around $74 (€61) compared to roughly $63 (€52) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.25 (€-9.21). The journey takes 3h 17m versus 2h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz train times
The table below shows live departures for The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 531 · ICE 145 · 26652 · ICE 627 | On time 9:10 AM The Hague Centraal | 3h32 | 12:42 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3 transfers | |
IC 2128 · IC 3539 · ICE 147 · 89882 | On time 10:47 AM The Hague Centraal | 3h55 | 2:42 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Trains from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€61) but you can travel from only $16 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:40, the last at 07:40. The fastest train covers the 138 miles (223 km) distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€61) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 7:40 AM |
Last train 7:40 AM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between The Hague Centraal and Cologne Messe/Deutz from $16 (€14). 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
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz 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 Messe/Deutz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Most The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz trains use the Den Haag Centraal to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Use this guide to compare The Hague Centraal and Cologne Messe/Deutz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Den Haag Centraal from The Hague city centre
Den Haag Centraal is 1 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Centraal train station facilities and services
Den Haag 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Pavlov, The Penthouse
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Den Haag Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Den Haag Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Centraal: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Park Centraal Den Haag, Holiday Inn Express The Hague - Parliament, Novotel Den Haag City Centre.
Getting to Den Haag Hs from The Hague city centre
Den Haag Hs is 1 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Hs train station facilities and services
Den Haag Hs 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 Basaal, The Penthouse Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Hs. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Hs. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Den Haag Hs: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Den Haag Hs: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Hs: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Den Haag Central, The Student Hotel The Hague, Novotel Den Haag City Centre.
Getting to Den Haag Laan v NOI from The Hague city centre
Den Haag Laan v NOI is 3 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Laan v NOI train station facilities and services
Den Haag Laan v NOI has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Gember, The Penthouse Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Laan v NOI. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Laan v NOI. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Den Haag Laan v NOI: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Den Haag Laan v NOI: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Laan v NOI: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Den Haag, The Hague Marriott Hotel, Babylon Hotel Den Haag.
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 Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
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