Cologne to Leeuwarden trains

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The average train between Cologne and Leeuwarden takes 5h 29m and the fastest train takes 4h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Leeuwarden. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 29m
Duration: 330 km
Distance: €55
Average price: Twice daily
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Train

Take the train from Köln Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78
Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Zwolletrain
Take the train from Zwolle to Leeuwardentrain

Cologne to Leeuwarden train times

Trains run twice daily between Cologne and Leeuwarden. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 4:49 PM which arrives into Leeuwarden at 10:27 PM. All services require a transfer at Arnhem Centraal and take an average of 5h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

12:49 PM → 6:27 PM
5h 38m • 2 changes
2:49 PM → 8:27 PM
5h 38m • 2 changes
4:49 PM → 10:27 PM
5h 38m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

5:47 AM → 10:27 AM
4h 40m • 2 changes
6:49 AM → 12:27 PM
5h 38m • 2 changes
8:49 AM → 2:27 PM
5h 38m • 2 changes
10:49 AM → 4:27 PM
5h 38m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cologne to Leeuwarden? 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.

Map of how to get from Cologne to Leeuwarden.

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Distance: 330.4 km
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Leeuwarden, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Leeuwarden via Arnhem Centraal and Zwolle in around 4h 14m.

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