What is the cheapest way to get from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station is to bus which costs €19 - €40 and takes 5h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Amsterdam Zuid and Cologne Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Amsterdam Zuid station to Cologne Central Station. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam, Station Zuid and arriving at Köln via Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Dusseldorf Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Amsterdam Zuid and Cologne Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Zuid and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station?

The distance between Amsterdam Zuid and Cologne Central Station is 254 km. The road distance is 246.7 km.

How do I travel from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station without a car is to train via Arnhem which takes 3h 16m and costs €28 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station bus from?

Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Where do I catch the Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station train from?

Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Amsterdam Zuid station.

Train or bus from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station?

The best way to get from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station is to train via Arnhem which takes 3h 16m and costs €28 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €40 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station bus arrive?

Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where does the Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station train arrive?

Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station is 247 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station?

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Where can I stay near Cologne Central Station?

There are 1861+ hotels available in Cologne Central Station.

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There are 5 ways to get from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Arnhem
best
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Zuid to Arnhem Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 16m
€28–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus N61 / ...
5h 30m
€20–38
Drive 246.7 km
1. Drive from Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Stationcar 246.7 km
2h 41m
€44–63
Fly, train
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
2h 46m
€127–325
Train
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Köln Hbftrain Ice / ...
4h 28m
€30–62

Amsterdam Zuid to Cologne Central Station by train

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Distance: 253.7 km
Duration: 3h 16m

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

You can take a train from Amsterdam Zuid to Koeln Hbf via Arnhem Centraal in around 3h 16m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Düsseldorf central bus station hourly. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 2h 45m. RegioJet also services this route once daily.

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