How to travel from Delft to Cologne

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Delft to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Delft to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, while a train costs an average of $67.

Distance: 134 miles (216 km)

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Driving

$67

Average price

$17

Average price

Cheapest

$61

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 35m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 58m

Average total duration

5h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 6m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

Union Ivkoni International

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Delft to Cologne is a bus with an average price of $17.

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

A bus is $50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Delft to Cologne costing on average $67.

A bus is $339 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Delft to Cologne costing on average $356.

The fastest way to travel from Delft to Cologne is by train with an average journey time of 4h 5m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 58m.

Flight takes on average 8h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Delft and Cologne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Delft to Cologne among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $67 compared to roughly $61 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.93. The journey takes 3h 35m versus 3h 6m 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.

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from Delft to Cologne

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • RegioJet a.s.(Amsterdam -> Prague)
    3:15 PM4h25
    Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    7:40 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RegioJet a.s.(Amsterdam -> Prague)
    3:15 PM4h25
    Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    7:40 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnRE 5124 · IC 535 · ICE 123
    9:49 AM3h22
    Delft station
    1:11 PMCologne Hbf
    $1521One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 1131 · IC 3529 · 20077 · 10621
    9:01 AM3h34
    Delft station
    12:35 PMCologne Hbf
    $731One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 1127 · IC 3525 · 20075 · 10619
    8:01 AM3h34
    Delft station
    11:35 AMCologne Hbf
    $731One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 1119 · IC 3517 · 20071 · 10615
    6:01 AM3h34
    Delft station
    9:35 AMCologne Hbf
    $731One-way
    3 transfers
  • RegioJet a.s.(Amsterdam -> Prague)
    2:45 PM4h55
    Den Haag, Centraal Station
    7:40 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:40 AM7h45
    Delft, Stationsplein
    7:25 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    $241One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:30 AM6h55
    Delft, Stationsplein
    1:25 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    $341One-way
    1 transfer
  • Turkish AirlinesTK1956 · TK1671
    11:20 PM10h05
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    9:25 AMCologne Bonn Airport
    $5521One-way
    1 transfer
  • Turkish AirlinesTK1962 · TK1671
    5:20 PM16h05
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    9:25 AMCologne Bonn Airport
    $5521One-way
    1 transfer
  • Turkish AirlinesTK1958 · TK1671
    2:40 PM18h45
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    9:25 AMCologne Bonn Airport
    $5521One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Delft to Cologne

Travel to Cologne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Delft to Cologne.

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There are 3 options to travel between Delft and Cologne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Delft to Cologne is a bus with an average price of $17.

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

A bus is $50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Delft to Cologne costing on average $67.

A bus is $339 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Delft to Cologne costing on average $356.

The fastest way to travel from Delft to Cologne is by train with an average journey time of 4h 5m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 58m.

Flight takes on average 8h 52m.

The distance from Delft to Cologne is approximately 134 miles (216 km).
The average frequency per day from Delft to Cologne is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 5 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Delft 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 Delft to Cologne:
  • Trains mostly depart from Delft station and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
  • Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Delft, Stationsplein and arrive in Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Delft to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus to go to Cologne by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Cologne by train.
Omio customers who travel from Delft to Cologne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, London. 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.

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