The cheapest and fastest trains from Arnhem to Cologne
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Arnhem to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arnhem to Cologne will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 17 trains that leave Arnhem for Cologne every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 41 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
VIA 21207 · VIA 20015+
IC 2013
ICE 225
ICE 123
ICE 221
VIA 21227 · VIA 20035+
RE 26832
ICE 123
ICE 225
ICE 221
ICE 129
ICE 125Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Arnhem to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Arnhem to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 137 km
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2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Arnhem to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Arnhem to Cologne trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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VIA 21207 · VIA 20015+ IC 2013 | On time 07:32 Arnhem station | 2h39 | 10:11 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 225 | On time 08:33 Arnhem station | 1h39 | 10:12 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3129 · 32233 · 22613 · RB 10621 | On time 08:50 Arnhem station | 2h45 | 11:35 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
VIA 21211 · VIA 20019+ RE 26816 | On time 09:32 Arnhem station | 2h40 | 12:12 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 123 | On time 10:37 Arnhem station | 1h38 | 12:15 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Arnhem to Cologne
Trains from Arnhem to Cologne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:28, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 137 km |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 00:28 |
Last train 22:45 |
Train companies: VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, Intercity from Arnhem to Cologne trainsVIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, Intercity trains will get you between Arnhem and Cologne from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
VIAS Rail GmbH
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB Nightjet
Intercity
FAQs: Arnhem to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Arnhem 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Arnhem and Cologne
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main entrance.
- Restaurant Verheyden
- Dudok Arnhem
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Holiday Inn Express Arnhem
- Hotel Haarhuis
- Best Western Plus Hotel Haarhuis
- Located in the main hall
- 5,000 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Line 1, Line 3, Line 5
- Train: NS services
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato
- Burger King
- Café Franck
- Eichendorf
- Kölnotel
- Black Hotels
- Monday: 07:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Tuesday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Wednesday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Thursday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Friday: 08:30 12:45 - 12:00 16:30
- Zum Piccolo
- Kolpinghaus
- Pizzeria Marco Polo
- Grill Stube
- Pension Europa
- Hotel Geisler
- The niu Mill
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
- Subway
- Ganesha
- Magnus
- Borsalino
- Hotel Chelsea
- Hotel Mado
- Elite Hotel
- Blacksheep Hostel
- Weiler Kebap
- Başak Grill
- Le'zzet
- Seniorencafé Treffpunkt
- Haus Wester
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
- Yilmaz
- Bistro im Park
- Restaurant Fernandes
- Orient Palais Restaurants & Catering
- Stammhaus
- Hofcafé Gut Clarenhof
- GolfCity Bistro
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