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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Rotterdam CS | Cheapest | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Hbf | Rotterdam Centraal | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Rotterdam CS | No tags | |||||
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Hbf | Rotterdam Centraal | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Rotterdam
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Rotterdam. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Rotterdam?
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
Rotterdam
- A
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Rotterdam by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Rotterdam?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Rotterdam start from $25. The average price for this train route is around $63. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Rotterdam?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Rotterdam is 2h 51m, covering a distance of 127 miles (205 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 13m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Rotterdam route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Rotterdam?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Rotterdam at 6:01am. And the latest train departs at 8:49pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Rotterdam?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Rotterdam?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Rotterdam?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Rotterdam?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a cleanliness rating of 3.8 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 Cologne to Rotterdam was searched and found on Mar 24, 2026 with a price of $24To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Rotterdam, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $24 to $84 for a train ticket from Cologne to Rotterdam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2026-03-24.
