How much does a train ticket from Utrecht to Cologne cost?

The average train ticket price from Utrecht to Cologne is $68. The best way to find train tickets from Utrecht to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Utrecht to Cologne?

A train trip between Utrecht and Cologne is around 3h 11m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 7m. This is the time it takes to travel the 112 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Utrecht and Cologne?

The number of trains from Utrecht to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Utrecht to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Utrecht to Cologne?

When taking the train from Utrecht to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Utrecht to Cologne?

Trains traveling between Utrecht and Cologne leave from Utrecht Central Station or Jaarbusplein Bus Station and arrive at Hbf, Cologne/Bonn Airport, Köln-Blumenberg.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cologne?

Once in Cologne, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Köln Triangle Panorama, Twelve Romanesque churches, Cologne Zoo, Hohenzollern Bridge, Historic Town Hall.

Train Utrecht to Cologne from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Utrecht to Cologne on November 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:10pm	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	4h 32m	9:42pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	1:06pm	Utrecht Central Station	2h 10m	3:16pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
InterCity + Regional-Express	12:23pm	Utrecht Central Station	3h 32m	3:55pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	1:06pm	Utrecht Central Station	2h 10m	3:16pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	1:06pm	Utrecht Central Station	2h 23m	3:29pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Utrecht to Cologne on November 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
InterCity + Regional-Express	9:01pm	Utrecht Central Station	3h 6m	12:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Cheapest
	1:06pm	Utrecht Central Station	2h 10m	3:16pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	7:06am	Utrecht Central Station	2h 19m	9:25am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
InterCity + Regional-Express + S-Bahn	7:53am	Utrecht Central Station	4h 19m	12:12pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn	7:06am	Utrecht Central Station	2h 30m	9:36am	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Utrecht to Cologne on November 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:10pm	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn	4h 45m	9:55pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	7:06am	Utrecht Central Station	2h 12m	9:18am	Hbf	Fastest
InterCity + Regional-Express	6:08am	Utrecht Central Station	3h 58m	10:06am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	7:06am	Utrecht Central Station	2h 22m	9:28am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	1:04pm	Utrecht Central Station	2h 25m	3:29pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Utrecht to Cologne on November 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:06am	Utrecht Central Station	2h 12m	9:18am	Hbf	CheapestFastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	7:06am	Utrecht Central Station	2h 23m	9:29am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	7:06am	Utrecht Central Station	2h 12m	9:18am	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	7:06am	Utrecht Central Station	2h 23m	9:29am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	7:06am	Utrecht Central Station	2h 12m	9:18am	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Utrecht to Cologne on November 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:06am	Utrecht Central Station	2h 12m	9:18am	Hbf	CheapestFastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	7:06am	Utrecht Central Station	2h 23m	9:29am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	7:06am	Utrecht Central Station	2h 12m	9:18am	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	7:06am	Utrecht Central Station	2h 23m	9:29am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	7:06am	Utrecht Central Station	2h 12m	9:18am	Hbf	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Utrecht to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

112 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $128	Average Duration9h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$26 - $143	Average Duration3h 11m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$13 - $31	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Utrecht and Cologne?

Utrecht

A
Utrecht Central Station
Stationshal 12, 3511 CE Utrecht, Netherlands
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B
Jaarbusplein Bus Station
Jaarbeursplein 19, 3521 AP Utrecht, Netherlands
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Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

Train and bus companies in DE:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Utrecht to Cologne by train

How much does a train ticket from Utrecht to Cologne cost?
How long is the train trip from Utrecht to Cologne?
How many daily trains are there between Utrecht and Cologne?
Which train companies travel from Utrecht to Cologne?
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Utrecht to Cologne?
What are the best sights and things to do in Cologne?

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/19

$42

11/20

$60

Today

$67

11/22

$48

11/23

No data

11/24

$48

11/25

$48

11/26

$54

The cheapest trip from Utrecht to Cologne was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $42

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Utrecht to Cologne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $42 to $130 for a train ticket from Utrecht to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-11-24.