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TodayJul 6
from $75
TomorrowJul 7
from $33
TueJul 8
from $26
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 7 at
    Departure city: Utrecht
    Departure location: Utrecht Central Station
    Arrival time: July 7 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: InterCityInterCity
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 7 at
    Departure city: Utrecht
    Departure location: Utrecht Central Station
    Arrival time: July 7 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Cologne Messe/Deutz
    Operated by: InterCity + Regional-Express
    InterCity + Regional-Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 7 at
    Departure city: Utrecht
    Departure location: Utrecht Central Station
    Arrival time: July 7 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 7 at
    Departure city: Utrecht
    Departure location: Utrecht Central Station
    Arrival time: July 7 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: InterCity + Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    InterCity + Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 7 at
    Departure city: Utrecht
    Departure location: Utrecht Central Station
    Arrival time: July 7 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Cologne Messe/Deutz
    Operated by: InterCity + S-Bahn
    InterCity + S-Bahn
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Utrecht to Cologne.

Bus
Average Price$19 - $103Average Duration9h 45m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average Price$26 - $154Average Duration3h 29m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average Price$17 - $33Average Duration2h 30m
8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Utrecht to Cologne

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 $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day
2h 30mAverage Duration
$17Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Train Utrecht to Cologne: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$74
Average train trip duration3h 29m
Number of daily trains13
Earliest train departure6:27am
Distance113 miles (181 km)
Latest train departure9:08pm

Utrecht to Cologne Train

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

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07/07
$31
07/08
$25
07/09
$25
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Utrecht to Cologne was searched and found on Jul 8, 2025 with a price of $25

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 $25 to $139 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 $25 which is on 2025-07-08.

Usually DBAH - ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Cologne, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Utrecht and Cologne compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Utrecht to Cologne, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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