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Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Amsterdam Zuid and Cologne takes 3h 34m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 34m
Duration
254 km
Distance
€42
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Amsterdam Zuid to Arnhem Centraaltrain train Intercity
  2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain train Ice
3h 36m
€27–73

Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Amsterdam Zuid and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Amsterdam Zuid is at 10:11 PM which arrives into Cologne at 9:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)11h • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 56m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 56m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 56m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 253.8 km
  • Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Amsterdam Zuid, Netherlands and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Amsterdam Zuid to Koeln Hbf via Arnhem Centraal in around 3h 36m.

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