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Cologne to Amsterdam
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€45|5h 55m
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Ryanair38h 5m
Cologne Bonn AirportAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
€80One way
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Eurowings24h 10m
Cologne Bonn AirportAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
€155One way
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- Prices shown from Cologne to Amsterdam are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare flights, trains, and buses from Cologne to Amsterdam
The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Amsterdam costs only €15 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 2h 49m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights Fastest
Average price €151
Average duration2h 49m
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Trains
Average price €32
Average duration3h 26m
Departure Time04:49 - 19:43
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Buses Cheapest
Average price €15
Average duration5h 7m
Departure Time05:30 - 23:30
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· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Cologne to Amsterdam?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Cologne to Amsterdam?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Cologne to Amsterdam is Sunday, with an average price of €20.
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What is the cheapest day to travel from Cologne to Amsterdam by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Cologne to Amsterdam is Monday, with an average price of €15.
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Popular airports near Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) Nearby
Popular airports near Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) Nearby
Popular train stations near Cologne
Heumarkt, Köln
Köln Hbf (Breslauer Platz)
Koln Dom/Hbf (tief)
Köln Hbf
Neumarkt, Köln
Popular train stations near Amsterdam
Amsterdam Centraal
Amsterdam Muiderpoort
Amsterdam Amstel
Amsterdam RAI
Amsterdam Science Park
Popular bus stations near Cologne
Cologne Central Bus Station
Cologne Johannisstrasse
Cologne Ottopl.
Hansaring
Cologne Gummersbacher
Popular bus stations near Amsterdam
Amsterdam Central (De Ruijterkade)
Amsterdam Central Station De Ruijterkade
Amsterdam Central (Bus Stop H)
Amsterdam Central Train Station
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How to travel from Cologne to Amsterdam: FAQs
How far is it from Cologne to Amsterdam?
It’s about 230 km (143 mi) from Cologne to Amsterdam.How do I get from Cologne to Amsterdam?
You can travel from Cologne to Amsterdam in 3 different ways: Flights, Trains, Buses.What’s the fastest way to get from Cologne to Amsterdam?
The fastest way to get from Cologne to Amsterdam is by Flights, with an average journey time of 2 hours 49 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 3h 26m.Buses takes on average 5h 7m.What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Cologne to Amsterdam?
The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Amsterdam is by Buses, with an average price of €15. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around €32 on avergae.Flights costs around €151 on average.What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Cologne and Amsterdam?
For trips between Cologne and Amsterdam, travelers typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Cologne Bonn Airport and arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol; Trains depart from Heumarkt, Köln and arrive at Amsterdam Centraal; Buses depart from Cologne Central Bus Station and arrive at Amsterdam Central (De Ruijterkade).How far in advance should I book tickets from Cologne to Amsterdam to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Cologne to Amsterdam are typically cheapest Sunday, with an average fare of €20. Flights from Cologne to Amsterdam are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of €15Are Cologne and Amsterdam in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Cologne and Amsterdam.