The cheapest and fastest trains from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
Of the 1 trains that leave The Hague Centraal for Cologne Messe/Deutz every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 223 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £451.
Distance: 223 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£53 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £587 Average Price |
3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz train times
The table below shows live departures for The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:49 The Hague Centraal | 3h52 | 10:41 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Trains from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 08:36. The fastest train covers the 223 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 223 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 04:10 |
Last train 08:36 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH trains will get you between The Hague Centraal and Cologne Messe/Deutz from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
VIAS Rail GmbH
FAQs: The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from The Hague Centraal to Cologne Messe/Deutz 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 Messe/Deutz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in The Hague Centraal and Cologne Messe/Deutz
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Koningin Julianaplein.
- Restaurant Pavlov
- The Penthouse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Park Centraal Den Haag
- Holiday Inn Express The Hague - Parliament
- Novotel Den Haag City Centre
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 8,500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 2, Line 3, Line 4, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
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