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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Utrecht Leidsche Rijn | Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
 | Utrecht Central Station | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
InterCity + Regional-Express + Regionalbahn | Utrecht Central Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn | Utrecht Central Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
| Utrecht Central Station | Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Utrecht to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 240, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Utrecht and Cologne?
Utrecht
- AStationshal 12, 3511 CE Utrecht, Netherlands
- BJaarbeursplein 19, 3521 AP Utrecht, Netherlands
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Utrecht to Cologne by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Utrecht to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Utrecht to Cologne start from R 435. The average price for this train route is around R 1 169. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Utrecht to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Utrecht to Cologne is 2h 29m, covering a distance of 181 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Utrecht to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Utrecht to Cologne?
The earliest train from Utrecht to Cologne departs at 06:08. And the latest train departs at 21:01.
Which is the best train operator from Utrecht to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Utrecht to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Utrecht to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Utrecht to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Utrecht to Cologne was searched and found on 08 Dec 2025 with a price of R 413To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Utrecht to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 413 to R 2 415 for a train ticket from Utrecht to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 413, which is on 2025-12-08.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
