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Zaandam to Cologne trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Zaandam and Cologne takes 3h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Zaandam 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 20m
Duration
269 km
Distance
€37
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain train Ice
3h 29m
€29–68

Zaandam to Cologne train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Zaandam and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 12:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Zaandam is at 6:19 PM which arrives into Cologne at 9:13 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 269.4 km
  • Duration: 3h 20m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €28–65 and the journey takes 2h 38m.

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