What is the cheapest way to get from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €15 and takes 3h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam Centraal Station and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam Centraal Station station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Köln via Dusseldorf Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam Centraal Station and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne?

The distance between Rotterdam Centraal Station and Cologne is 357 km. The road distance is 244.3 km.

How do I travel from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 28m and costs €80 - €260.

How long does it take to get from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne bus from?

Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne train from?

Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne?

The best way to get from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 28m and costs €80 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne bus arrive?

Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where does the Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne train arrive?

Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Can I share a ride from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Rotterdam Centraal Station and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne - 7 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne by train (Eurostar), bus, rideshare, train, plane, or car

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Train via Brussels
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 28m
€82–251
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Rotterdam to Colognerideshare 245.3 km
3h 19m
€15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus FlixBus 007 / ...
4h 35m
€17–35
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airporttrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane AMS - DUS
3h 7m
€135–346
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Utrecht Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 30m
€30–63
Train #2
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Venlotrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Venlo to Köln Hbftrain Ice
5h 25m
€36–124
Drive 244.3 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Colognecar 244.3 km
2h 45m
€44–63

Rotterdam Centraal Station to Cologne by foot and train

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Distance: 357.4 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Rotterdam Centraal Station, Netherlands and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a vehicle from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Koeln Hbf via Rotterdam Centraal and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Düsseldorf central bus station 4 times a day. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 3h 10m. RegioJet also services this route once daily.

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