What is the cheapest way to get from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne is to bus which costs €24 - €40 and takes 6h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne is to fly and train which takes 1h 37m and costs €120 - €320.

Is there a direct bus between Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Schiphol, Schiphol Airport/Plaza and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Schiphol Airport Train Station and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne?

The distance between Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and Cologne is 228 km. The road distance is 256.7 km.

How do I travel from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne without a car is to train via Arnhem which takes 3h 31m and costs €29 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne bus from?

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Where do I catch the Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne train from?

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Schiphol Airport Train Station.

Train, bus or fly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne?

The best way to get from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne is to train via Arnhem which takes 3h 31m and costs €29 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 6h 20m, you could also fly, which costs €140 - €440 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne bus arrive?

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne train arrive?

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne is 257 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Can I share a ride from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne - 8 ways to travel via train

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There are 8 ways to get from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne by plane, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane AMS - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
1h 37m
€129–311
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Leverkusenbus N28 / ...
6h 20m
€24–39
Train via Arnhem
1. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Arnhem Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 31m
€29–153
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Amsterdam Schiphol-AMS to Colognerideshare 256.7 km
2h 50m
Drive 256.7 km
1. Drive from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Colognecar 256.7 km
2h 50m
€46–66
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane AMS - CGN
3h 45m
€148–440
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane AMS - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
2h 13m
€152–412
Train
1. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Utrecht Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Köln Hbftrain Ice / ...
4h 26m
€29–63

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Cologne by train

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Distance: 227.8 km
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), Netherlands and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Koeln Hbf via Arnhem Centraal in around 3h 31m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Leverkusen twice daily. Tickets cost €20–35 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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