How to travel from Amsterdam to Cologne

There are 3 options to travel between Amsterdam and Cologne including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Cologne is a bus with an average price of $33.

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Cologne:

A bus is $40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Cologne costing on average $72.

A bus is $585 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Cologne costing on average $617.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 45m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 24m.

Bus takes on average 5h 51m.

The distance from Amsterdam to Cologne is approximately 132 miles (214 km).

The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Cologne is:

• Around 16 buses per day.
• Around 8 trains per day.
• Around 5 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam and Cologne as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Amsterdam to Cologne:

• Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Amsterdam Centraal and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Amsterdam to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with KLM Cityhopper to go to Cologne by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus to go to Cologne by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Cologne by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Amsterdam to Cologne with the following travel companies:

• 0 direct flights per day with KLM Cityhopper.
• 12 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus.
• 2 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).

Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Cologne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Berlin, Brussels, London, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cologne and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Cologne to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Cologne, you can explore the Cologne Chocolate Museum to learn about chocolate history and production, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and visit the Botanical Gardens Flora for stunning floral displays. Discover trendy boutiques and vibrant street art in the Belgian Quarter, or attend a concert at the renowned Cologne Philharmonic Hall. Don't miss the iconic Cologne Cathedral, the modern art collection at Museum Ludwig, and the love lock-adorned Hohenzollern Bridge. Wander through the charming Old Town (Altstadt) and visit the diverse Cologne Zoo.

Three days are generally recommended to explore Cologne's main attractions, including the Cologne Cathedral, Old Town, and museums.