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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam to Cologne

Showing times and prices for 22 Jun

Cheapest price

£66

Average price

£90

Fastest journey

3 h 20 m

Average duration

3 h 22 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

204 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Rotterdam to Cologne will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.

Fast trains

To travel from Rotterdam to Cologne you need to make at least one change.

Deutsche BahnIC 1131 · IC 3529 · 21607 · RB 55823
09:153h20
Rotterdam Centraal
12:35Cologne Hbf
£661One-way
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 1127 · IC 3525 · RE 20075 · RB 55819
08:153h20
Rotterdam Centraal
11:35Cologne Hbf
£661One-way
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 2833 · ICE 123
09:503h25
Rotterdam Centraal
13:15Cologne Hbf
£1131One-way
1 change
Deutsche BahnRE 4030 · IC 535 · ICE 123
09:543h21
Rotterdam Centraal
13:15Cologne Hbf
£1131One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Rotterdam to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Rotterdam to Cologne train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday 22 June
Last updated at 23:11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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deutsche_bahnIC 1127 · IC 3525 · RE 20075 · RB 55819
On time
06:15 Rotterdam Centraal
3h20
09:35 Cologne Hbf
3 changes
deutsche_bahnIC 1131 · IC 3529 · 21607 · RB 55823
On time
07:15 Rotterdam Centraal
3h20
10:35 Cologne Hbf
3 changes
deutsche_bahnIC 2833 · ICE 123
On time
07:50 Rotterdam Centraal
3h25
11:15 Cologne Hbf
1 change
deutsche_bahnRE 4030 · IC 535 · ICE 123
On time
07:54 Rotterdam Centraal
3h21
11:15 Cologne Hbf
2 changes

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Rotterdam to Cologne?

The best time to book your train from Rotterdam to Cologne is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Rotterdam to Cologne route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Rotterdam to Cologne per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Rotterdam to Cologne.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Rotterdam to Cologne

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Trains from Rotterdam to Cologne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
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
204 km
Average train duration
3h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
3h 15m
First train
00:05
Last train
23:39
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 and Eurostar trains Rotterdam to Cologne

Find the best trains to Cologne from Rotterdam with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn and Eurostar from £18. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains between Rotterdam and Cologne. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.

Deutsche Bahn from Rotterdam to Cologne train information:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 55 min
  • Cheapest Price: £18

Trains from Rotterdam to Cologne

Every day, approximately 21 trains from Rotterdam to Cologne depart. Passengers will benefit from a quick journey across over 500 miles, with an average journey time of only 4 hours. Those who would like to reach Cologne even faster can choose a service with 1 transfer, which arrives in the city in 3 hours and 33 minutes. In general, the majority of services on this line have 3 changes. As this is a cross-country service, all passengers should carry their passport or internationally recognized identification onboard, as there likely will be border checks. 

Rotterdam to Cologne train times: daily departures

Trains from Rotterdam to Cologne depart from 6:00 a.m. each morning until 2:00 a.m. each night. There are approximately 21 trains a day from Rotterdam to Cologne. There are no direct services on this line, but there are never more than 3 transfers.  Passengers who wish to catch a faster service can board a journey with only one transfer, which departs 8 times between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. 

How long is the journey by train from Rotterdam to Cologne?

Rotterdam is 504 miles from Cologne. Trains from Rotterdam to Cologne take 4 hours on average and typically have 3 transfers. However, passengers can choose to take a faster service which only has 1 transfer, and which only takes 3 hours and 33 minutes. This service departs from Rotterdam 8 times a day. 

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Rotterdam to Cologne?

Departure station: All trains from Rotterdam to Cologne depart from Rotterdam Centraal Station in the heart of Rotterdam city center. 

Arrival stations: Trains to Cologne arrive at Cologne Hauptbahnhof or Cologne Messe/Deutz. Cologne Hauptbahnhof is in Cologne city center, whereas Cologne Messe/Deutz is one mile from the city center, away across the Deutzer Bridge. 

Which train companies travel from Rotterdam to Cologne?

Deutsche Bahn provides high-speed trains from Rotterdam to Cologne. Deutsche Bahn is the German-owned rail company that operates throughout Europe. 

Deutsche Bahn Rotterdam to Cologne

Deutsche Bahn operates these high-speed trains from Rotterdam to Cologne. Passengers can board a Deutsche Bahn service from 6:00 a.m. each morning until 2:00 a.m. every night. Every train requires a transfer, with the majority of trains requiring that passengers change 3 times. However, each day there are 8 services which only require one change, from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 pm. The average journey time takes 4 hours and 10 minutes, but the services with only 1 transfer take only 3 hours and 33 minutes. 

Rotterdam to Cologne​ trains: services on board

Deutsche Bahn trains from Rotterdam to Cologne have first-class tickets and second-class tickets. First-class tickets are frequently affordable and provide passengers with great legroom, plus complimentary refreshments. There are ample luggage storage facilities on Deutsche Bahn trains, with designated luggage holding bays in close proximity to all carriages. Passengers will find space to store smaller bags above and below their seats. Deutsche Bahn trains are wholly accessible to travelers with limited mobility, but they are advised to call in advance with their specific access requirements.  All carriage interiors are modern and comfortable, with free WiFi available in all areas of the train. 

How to find cheap train tickets from Rotterdam to Cologne​?​

Passengers can find cheap trains from Rotterdam to Cologne by booking tickets in advance. Booking approximately 8 weeks before departure dates can help you secure the cheapest deals. A good thing to bear in mind is to look 2 days either side of your departure date. If you don't need to travel on one day in particular, this can be a great way to secure cheap tickets. If there is only one day you can travel on, look at different times across the day to secure the cheapest deal, as prices often vary across the day. 

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