Where do I depart from Rotterdam? Where do I arrive in Cologne?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rotterdam to Cologne: Buses mostly depart from Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) and arrive in Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle). Trains from Rotterdam to Cologne most often leave from Rotterdam Centraal and arrive in Köln Hbf.

Which travel companies can take me from Rotterdam to Cologne?

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Rotterdam to Cologne: You can travel between Rotterdam and Cologne by bus with STUDENT AGENCY k. S. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $21 (€18) with STUDENT AGENCY k. S. From Rotterdam to Cologne. You can travel by train from Rotterdam to Cologne with Deutsche Bahn, and you can find Deutsche Bahn Rotterdam to Cologne tickets for $23 (€20) on Omio.

Can I travel directly between Rotterdam and Cologne?

Yes, there are direct services available from Rotterdam to Cologne with the following travel companies: Direct services by bus with FlixBus or STUDENT AGENCY k. S. Direct services by train with. Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Cologne as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets from Rotterdam to Cologne.

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from Rotterdam to Cologne

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

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

08:05PM3h33

Rotterdam Centraal

11:38PMCologne Hbf

€201One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

08:05PM3h33

Rotterdam Centraal

11:38PMCologne Hbf

€201One-way

1 transfer

Fastest

07:26AM3h22

Rotterdam Centraal

10:48AMCologne Hbf

€501One-way

2 transfers

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06:20PM3h33

Rotterdam Centraal

09:53PMCologne Hbf

€301One-way

1 transfer

04:50PM3h31

Rotterdam Centraal

08:21PMCologne Hbf

€381One-way

1 transfer

01:44PM3h41

Rotterdam Centraal

05:25PMCologne Hbf

€401One-way

2 transfers

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Travel Information between Rotterdam and Cologne

	Distance	126 miles (203 km)
	Available travel modes	Bus or train
	Ticket price range	$21 - $23
	Cheapest mode	Bus • $21 (€18) • 4 h 10 min
	Fastest mode	Train • $23 (€20) • 3 h 15 min
	Popular travel companies	STUDENT AGENCY k. S. Or Deutsche Bahn

Travel 126 miles (203 km) by bus or train between Rotterdam and Cologne. If speed is a priority, then a train is the best option with an average duration of 3 h 15 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $21 (€18). The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are STUDENT AGENCY k. S. Or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from Rotterdam to Cologne.

How to get from Rotterdam to Cologne

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Rotterdam to Cologne, 81,40% 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 Rotterdam 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 bus for as low as $18 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains between Rotterdam and Cologne. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.

Cheapest Price: $21

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.

Cheapest Price: $18

FAQs: Travel from Rotterdam to Cologne

FAQs: 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 Rotterdam to Cologne.

You can get between Rotterdam and Cologne 2 different ways: bus or train.

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Cologne is by taking a bus with average ticket prices of $21 (€18) compared to other travel options to Cologne:

A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train with an average ticket price of $23 (€20) from Rotterdam to Cologne.

The quickest way to travel to Cologne from Rotterdam is by train, which takes on average 3 h 15 min compared to other travel options that take longer:

Bus takes on average 4 h 10 min.

The Rotterdam to Cologne distance is around 126 miles (203 km).

The average frequency per day from Rotterdam to Cologne is:

9 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route from Rotterdam to Cologne as scheduled services by bus or train can vary by season or day of the week.

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

Buses mostly depart from Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) and arrive in Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle).
Trains from Rotterdam to Cologne most often leave from Rotterdam Centraal and arrive in Köln Hbf.

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Rotterdam to Cologne:

You can travel between Rotterdam and Cologne by bus with STUDENT AGENCY k. S. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $21 (€18) with STUDENT AGENCY k. S. From Rotterdam to Cologne.
You can travel by train from Rotterdam to Cologne with Deutsche Bahn, and you can find Deutsche Bahn Rotterdam to Cologne tickets for $23 (€20) on Omio.

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

Direct services by bus with FlixBus or STUDENT AGENCY k. S.
Direct services by train with.

Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Cologne as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets from Rotterdam to Cologne.

Many of our customers who book a trip from Rotterdam to Cologne often extend their vacation and travel to other popular destinations like Berlin, Amsterdam or Brussels. If you’re thinking of adding another destination to your Rotterdam and Cologne itinerary, let Omio find you the best connections between Cologne and any of these top destinations today!

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