1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£54
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£55
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
3 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
4 h 1 m
Trains on 03 Sept
3
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cologne will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
To travel from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cologne you need to make at least 2 changes.
IC 3529 · 20077 · 10621
IC 3131 · IC 3931 · 18931 · 10917
IC 3127 · IC 3927 · 18927 · 10915
IC 3529 · 20077 · 10621
IC 3131 · IC 3931 · 18931 · 10917
IC 3127 · IC 3927 · 18927 · 10915Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a flight costs an average of £248.
Distance: 215 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £248 Average Price | £44 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cologne:
A coach is £30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cologne costing on average £46.
A coach is £232 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cologne costing on average £248.
Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 1m.
Flight takes on average 6h 28m.
Tickets start at around £46 compared to roughly £44 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-2.58. The journey takes 3h 13m versus 3h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cologne trains for tomorrow, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 3127 · IC 3927 · 18927 · 10915 | 8:05 Schiphol Airport | 4h07 | 12:12 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 3529 · 20077 · 10621 | 8:45 Schiphol Airport | 3h50 | 12:35 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3131 · IC 3931 · 18931 · 10917 | 9:05 Schiphol Airport | 4h07 | 13:12 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cologne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 08:46. The fastest train covers the 215 km distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 215 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 6:03 |
Last train 8:46 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Discover the best of Cologne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cologne trip today.
Important collection of modern and contemporary art near the cathedral, including Pop Art and post-war works. A staple for art-focused visitors.
Archaeological museum built around Roman remains, especially the Dionysus mosaic. Excellent for understanding Cologne’s Roman origins.
Major art museum with medieval painting, sculpture and applied arts. A strong choice for seeing Cologne’s artistic heritage in one place.
Historic old town lanes and squares by the Rhine, packed with colourful houses, churches and viewpoints. Ideal for a classic Cologne stroll.
Long Rhine promenade with bridge, cathedral and river views. Popular for walking, photography and watching boats pass through the city centre.
Lively square in the old town framed by historic buildings and museums. A useful base for sightseeing and one of Cologne’s best-known public spaces.
Rye bread with butter, cheese, ham or sausage, traditionally served in Cologne breweries as a simple local snack with Kölsch.
Hearty dish of black pudding with fried onions and mashed potatoes, a Rhineland classic closely associated with Cologne home cooking.
Slow-cooked horsemeat in a sweet-sour raisin sauce, a historic Rhineland speciality still served in a few traditional Cologne restaurants.
Classic Brauhaus serving Päffgen Kölsch and Rhineland favourites in a bustling, wood-panelled setting popular with locals.
Traditional brewery venue by Heumarkt with house Kölsch and dependable regional cooking in a spacious historic hall.
Long-established restaurant for refined German and Rhineland cooking, with a more formal atmosphere than a typical Brauhaus.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and public transport are broadly manageable for most city-break budgets.
Service is often included, but it is usual to round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if service was good.
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Cologne Hbf -> Neumarkt, Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cologne by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cologne trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Cologne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
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