Delft to Cologne train with Deutsche Bahn (IC,ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Delft to Cologne

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 08 Sept

Cheapest price on 08 Sept

£33

Average ticket price on 08 Sept

£54

Fastest journey on 08 Sept

3 h 11 m

Average journey duration on 08 Sept

3 h 27 m

Trains on 08 Sept

9

Distance

216 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Delft to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Delft to Cologne will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.

Fast trains

To travel from Delft to Cologne you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Deutsche BahnIC 3535 · ICE 123
    9:343h37
    Delft station
    13:11Cologne Hbf
    £331One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnRE 5124 · IC 535 · ICE 123
    9:503h21
    Delft station
    13:11Cologne Hbf
    £331One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 3543 · ICE 125
    11:343h37
    Delft station
    15:11Cologne Hbf
    £421One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnIC 1143 · IC 2843 · ICE 125
    12:003h11
    Delft station
    15:11Cologne Hbf
    £421One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 1127 · IC 3525 · 20075 · 10619
    8:003h35
    Delft station
    11:35Cologne Hbf
    £541One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Delft to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Delft to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a flight costs an average of £263.

Distance: 216 km

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Coach
Flight
Driving

£49

Average Price

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

£263

Average Price

£45

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 58m

Average total duration

5h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 52m

Average total duration

6h 52m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

3h 6m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Delft to Cologne is a coach with an average price of £13.

This is compared to other travel options from Delft to Cologne:

A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Delft to Cologne costing on average £49.

A coach is £250 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Delft to Cologne costing on average £263.

The fastest way to travel from Delft to Cologne is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 28m.

Flight takes on average 6h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Delft and Cologne including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £49 compared to roughly £45 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-4.38. The journey takes 3h 35m versus 3h 6m 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.

Live departures

Delft to Cologne train times

The table below shows live departures for Delft to Cologne trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnIC 1127 · IC 3525 · 20075 · 106198:00 Delft station
3h35
11:35 Cologne Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 1131 · IC 3529 · 20077 · 106219:00 Delft station
3h35
12:35 Cologne Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 3535 · ICE 123
Delayed
9:34 Delft station
3h37
11:14 11:14Cologne Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnRE 5124 · IC 535 · ICE 123
Delayed
9:50 Delft station
3h21
11:14 11:14Cologne Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 1135 · IC 3533 · 20079 · 1062310:00 Delft station
3h35
13:35 Cologne Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 3526 · ECD 9528 · ICE 315
On time
10:24 Delft station
3h51
14:15 Cologne Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 1139 · IC 3537 · 20081 · 1062511:00 Delft station
3h35
14:35 Cologne Hbf3 changes

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Deutsche Bahn as well as VIAS Rail GmbH or Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) offer trains services from Delft to Cologne.
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of VIAS Rail GmbH or Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from Delft to Cologne.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline, Wanderu or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of VIAS Rail GmbH or Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from Delft to Cologne.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Delft to Cologne.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Delft to Cologne

NetherlandsNetherlands
GermanyGermany
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Trains from Delft to Cologne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 3h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11
Distance
216 km
Average train duration
3h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 10m
First train
0:25
Last train
23:01
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Delft to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Delft and Cologne from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£24
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

What's included in each class

Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Extra legroom
  • Quiet zone
  • WC
2nd Class
  • Power plugs
  • WC

VIAS Rail GmbH

About
VIAS Rail GmbH is a German rail service company based in Frankfurt, operating passenger rail services in the states of Hesse, Rhineland-Palatinate, and North Rhine-Westphalia. The name \VIAS\" is derived from the Latin word \"via\" (way) and \"S\" for service. VIAS Rail GmbH operates numerous regional train lines, including services on the Odenwald Railway network and lines in the Rhein-Main Gebiet. They utilize various train types, such as Bombardier Itino and Stadler FLIRT vehicles. The company is a subsidiary of the RATH Group."
Luggage & cancellation policy
VIAS Rail GmbH frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack and beverage service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Price
£84
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
7 a day

Complete guide to Cologne

Things to do in Cologne

Discover the best of Cologne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cologne trip today.

  • Must visit

Museum Ludwig

Important collection of modern and contemporary art near the cathedral, including Pop Art and post-war works. A staple for art-focused visitors.

  • Must visit

Römisch-Germanisches Museum

Archaeological museum built around Roman remains, especially the Dionysus mosaic. Excellent for understanding Cologne’s Roman origins.

  • Recommended

Museum Schnütgen

Major art museum with medieval painting, sculpture and applied arts. A strong choice for seeing Cologne’s artistic heritage in one place.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and public transport are broadly manageable for most city-break budgets.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€2.80-4.50 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Delft to Cologne train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Delft 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Delft to Cologne can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £49.
The train journey from Delft to Cologne covers a distance of 216 km and takes approximately 3h 10m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Delft to Cologne is 216 km.
The first train from Delft to Cologne leaves at 0:25.
The last train from Delft to Cologne departs at 23:01.
Trains from Delft to Cologne run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Delft to Cologne.
To get from Delft to Cologne, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Delft to Cologne.
The train station in Delft that goes to Cologne is Delft station, and it arrives at Cologne Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Delft to Cologne is by coach, costing approximately £11.
Booking trains from Delft to Cologne in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Delft to Cologne offers charming views, particularly through the Dutch countryside and along the Rhine River as you approach Cologne. Passengers can enjoy picturesque landscapes, including quaint villages and scenic riverbanks.
A day trip from Delft to Cologne is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 10m each way. However, there are 6 trains per day covering the 216 km.
In Cologne, visitors can explore the Cologne Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with impressive Gothic architecture, and visit the Museum Ludwig for modern art by artists like Picasso and Warhol. A Rhine River Cruise offers scenic views of the city's skyline and landmarks, while the Hohenzollern Bridge is known for love locks and panoramic river views. The Old Town (Altstadt) charms with historic streets and traditional beer halls. Families might enjoy the Cologne Zoo, which is rich in diverse animal species. For culture and entertainment, attend a concert at the Cologne Philharmonic Hall, or discover the Belgian Quarter’s trendy boutiques and cafes. The Cologne Chocolate Museum provides an interactive experience about chocolate history, and the Botanical Gardens Flora showcases beautiful plant species and floral displays.
To fully enjoy Cologne's main attractions, including the Cologne Cathedral, museums, and Rhine River cruises, plan to spend about 2 to 3 days.
Yes, you can take the train from Delft to Cologne.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Delft and Cologne

Most Delft to Cologne trains use the Delft to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Use this guide to compare Delft and Cologne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Delft
Arrival train stations in Cologne

Which Delft station do trains to Cologne leave from?

Trains from Delft to Cologne leave from Delft. The station is from Delft city centre at Stationsplein 1, 2611 BV Delft, Netherlands.
DelftStationsplein 1, 2611 BV Delft, Netherlands+31 30 751 5155WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Delft from Delft city centre

TramLine 1
BusSeveral lines available

Delft train station facilities and services

Delft has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Het Konings Huys, Spijshuis de Dis

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Delft. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Delft. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Delft: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Delft: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Delft: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Leeuwenbrug, Hotel Johannes Vermeer Delft, Best Western Museumhotels Delft.

Delft Zuid2623 AX Delft, NetherlandsAccessibility
City-centre transport

Getting to Delft Zuid from Delft city centre

Delft Zuid is 1 km from Delft city centre. Check local transport options before travel.

Delft Zuid train station facilities and services

Delft Zuid has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Delft Zuid.

Most popular train connections from Delft

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