How to travel from Amsterdam to Cologne

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Travel Information to Cologne from Amsterdam

distanceDistance133 miles (214 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain or bus
priceTicket price range$22 - $12
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $12 (€11) • 3 h 40 min
fastestFastest modeTrain • $22 (€20) • 2 h 42 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixBus, KLM Cityhopper or Deutsche Bahn

Travel 133 miles (214 km) by train or bus to Cologne from Amsterdam. The most popular travel companies which serve this route are FlixBus, KLM Cityhopper or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Amsterdam to Cologne.

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from Amsterdam to Cologne

How to get from Amsterdam to Cologne by train, bus or flight.

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bus

The best way to travel from Amsterdam to Cologne is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

FlixBusFlixBus
12:00PM4h30
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
04:30PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)
$451One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBusFlixBus
12:00PM4h30
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
04:30PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)
$451One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
FlixBusFlixBus
10:30PM3h40
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
02:10AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)
$661One-way
0 transfers
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Deutsche BahnIC 3529 · 21607 · ICE 627
08:56AM3h46
Amsterdam Zuid
12:42PMCologne Messe/Deutz
$571One-way
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 3529 · 21607 · RE 89716
08:56AM3h56
Amsterdam Zuid
12:52PMCologne Hbf
$721One-way
2 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
04:15PM4h50
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
09:05PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)
$511One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
10:45AM5h20
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
04:05PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)
$621One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
05:00PM6h15
Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
11:15PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)
$461One-way
0 transfers
Lufthansa CitylineLH2303 · LH1980
11:15AM4h35
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
03:50PMCologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
$12641One-way
1 transfer

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Travel from Amsterdam to Cologne: Journey Details

People traveling from Amsterdam to Cologne can take a bus, catch a Deutsche Bahn train or take a quick flight straight to Cologne. The fastest way to travel is probably flying, although taking a train can get you there in just 4 hours, and buses aren't that much slower, while car pooling services from Bla Bla Car can be quicker still.

Return trips from Cologne to Amsterdam are also available.

How to get from Amsterdam to Cologne

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Amsterdam to Cologne, 89,73% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Amsterdam to Cologne and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $13 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Amsterdam to Cologne travel information with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 4 min
  • Cheapest Price: $25

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost travel companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance travel services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

Amsterdam to Cologne travel information with FlixBus:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 40 min
  • Cheapest Price: $20
  • FlixBus frequency: 6 a day

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