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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam

Composite routes from Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam

Cheapest
2 h 40 min
Car
263 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Krefeld central bus station to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.90–$31.81

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.28–$954.19

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Köln Hbf to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
2h 48m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$34.35–$82.70
Train from Köln Hbf to Arnhem
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.17–$58.52
Train from Arnhem Centraal to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.54–$40.71

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.81–$69.97

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Köln Hbf to Arnhem
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$45.80–$52.16
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.26–$33.08

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Köln Hbf to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.07–$203.56
Train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.26–$190.84

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Köln Hansaring to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08
Bus from Koeln Hbf to Krefeld
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
fahrgaeste@train-rental.com
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Once daily

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Cologne to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.27–$33.08

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam is to rideshare which costs $13.04 - $28.26 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam?

The fastest way to get from Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $53.26 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Cologne Hbf and Amsterdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Amsterdam Sloterdijk via Krefeld central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne Hbf and Amsterdam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Amsterdam Centraal. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam?

The distance between Cologne Hbf and Amsterdam is 258 km. The road distance is 265.4 km.

How do I travel from Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs $29.35 - $70.65 .

How long does it take to get from Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam?

The train from Köln Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal takes 2h 48m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam bus from?

Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam train from?

Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam train services, operated by NS, depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam?

The best way to get from Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs $29.35 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam bus arrive?

Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Krefeld Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam train arrive?

Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam train services, operated by NS, arrive at Amsterdam Centraal station.

Can I drive from Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam is 265 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam?

Book your Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Amsterdam?

There are 2605+ hotels available in Amsterdam. Prices start at $51.96 per night.

Can I share a ride from Cologne Hbf to Amsterdam?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne Hbf and Amsterdam. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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