How to get from Amsterdam to Cologne
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Amsterdam to Cologne. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 03m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 213 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €16, on Tue, Sep 8.
This fare comes from a search on September 5, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
213 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €136Checked Sep 5 | 1h 03mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €28Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 2h 50mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €13Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 3h 40mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€136Checked Sep 51h 03m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€28Omio catalogue, Sep 92h 50m · directSee Train details
- Bus€13Omio catalogue, Sep 93h 40m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Amsterdam to Cologne: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Amsterdam Schiphol → Cologne/Bonn Airportflight1h 03m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Amsterdam to Cologne
FlixBus runs 41 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:45 and the last at 23:45.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 41 | 00:45 | 23:45 |
| NS Inttrain | 8 | 06:38 | 21:01 |
| DB+NS ICtrain | 1 | — | — |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus, DB+NS IC; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Amsterdam to Cologne works
Start with a flight from Amsterdam to Cologne, about 1h 3m. In total it's roughly €136 over 1h 3m, direct, no transfers.
Amsterdam to Cologne: common questions
How long does it take to get from Amsterdam to Cologne?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 03m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Cologne from Amsterdam?
About 213 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Amsterdam to Cologne cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €16 to €22. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Amsterdam to Cologne?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 03m.
How long is the flight from Amsterdam to Cologne?
About 1h 03m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Amsterdam and Cologne?
Amsterdam is AMS and Cologne is CGN, so this route is usually written AMS to CGN.
Which operators run Amsterdam to Cologne?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, DB+NS IC.
Can you get from Amsterdam to Cologne without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 2h 35m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Cologne?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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