Facts about the transport from Cologne to Amsterdam
| Cheapest Transport | $18 |
| Fastest Transport | 2h 36m |
| Earliest Departure | 3:40 AM |
| Latest Departure | 6:25 PM |
| Departures per day | 12 |
| Distance | 130 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | CD, FlixBus, RegioJet |
Cologne to Amsterdam
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Cologne to Amsterdam Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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Taxi | Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Minivan 7pax | Any time | +3h 1m | $550.36 | |
Flight | SunExpress | Economy | 00:20 | 18:50 | $531.25 | |
Flight | Ajet | Economy | 00:45 | 17:40 | $166.80 | |
Flight | Pegasus Airlines | Economy | 01:20 | 17:20 | $152.27 | |
Flight | Ajet | Economy | 01:45 | 16:45 | $278.97 | |
Flight | Corendon Airlines Europe | Economy | 03:40 | 04:05 | $350.46 | |
Flight | Eurowings | Economy | 04:15 | 01:30 | $231.31 | |
Flight | Eurowings | Economy | 04:40 | 00:20 | $262.70 | |
Flight | Eurowings | Economy | 05:00 | 01:40 | $296.41 | |
Flight | Eurowings | Economy | 05:20 | 22:15 | $262.70 | |
Flight | Eurowings | Economy | 05:45 | 11:20 | $375.45 | |
Train | CD | 1st Class Seat | 06:02 | 09:34 | $176.97 | |
Train | CD | Unreserved 1st Class Seat | 06:22 | 10:01 | $177.04 | |
Train | CD | 1st Class Seat | 06:39 | 10:01 | $180.30 | |
Flight | Pegasus Airlines | Economy | 07:45 | 17:20 | $364.23 | |
Bus | RegioJet | Standard | 08:05 | 13:30 | $20.82 | |
Bus | FlixBus | Standard | 08:25 | 12:30 | $21.02 | |
Train | CD | 1st Class Seat | 08:41 | 11:29 | $241.57 | |
Bus | Blablacar Bus | Standard AC | 09:25 | 19:19 | $26.48 | |
Flight | Turkish Airlines | Economy | 10:30 | 21:45 | $931.86 |
How to get from Cologne to Amsterdam
Travelling between Cologne and Amsterdam is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 61.58 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 17.32.
How long does it take to get from Cologne to Amsterdam?
It can take you anywhere between 3 and 6 hours to travel between Cologne and Amsterdam depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Cologne and Amsterdam. Train will bring you to your destination in 2h 36m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 5h 25m to reach Amsterdam.
How much does it cost to get from Cologne to Amsterdam?
Travelling between Cologne and Amsterdam can be as cheap as USD 17.32 if you opt for a RegioJet bus and as expensive as USD 61.58 if you buy a FlixBus Bus ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Cologne and Amsterdam ?
- 12 from Cologne to Amsterdam starting from 03:40 Cologne Airport until 18:25 Cologne Airport
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Cologne to Amsterdam.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Cologne to Amsterdam overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Cologne and Amsterdam
FlixBus, RegioJet
Taxi
Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Companies offering charters between Cologne and Amsterdam
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Cologne to Amsterdam?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% opted for a bus
Transportation from Cologne to Amsterdam
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Trains$ 145.30
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Buses$ 17.44
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Taxis$ 505.64
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Vans are not available