Next available departures

Next departures for The Hague to Cologne on September 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	7:40pm	Den Haag Centraal	4h 33m	12:13am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Cheapest
	6:10pm	Den Haag Centraal	3h 36m	9:46pm	Hbf	Fastest
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + DB Regio NRW	6:10pm	Den Haag Centraal	3h 56m	10:06pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + National Express	6:25pm	Den Haag Centraal	4h 29m	10:54pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + VIAS Rail + National Express	6:25pm	Den Haag Centraal	4h 33m	10:58pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + VIAS Rail + National Express + DB Regio NRW	6:31pm	Den Haag Centraal	4h 48m	11:19pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	7:40pm	Den Haag Centraal	4h 33m	12:13am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	6:10pm	Den Haag Centraal	3h 36m	9:46pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for The Hague to Cologne on September 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:15am	The Hague	5h 41m	1:56pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	6:10pm	Den Haag Centraal	3h 36m	9:46pm	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:35pm	The Hague	7h 8m	7:43pm	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + DB Regio NRW	6:10am	Den Haag Centraal	3h 49m	9:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + VIAS Rail + DB Regio NRW + National Express	6:10am	Den Haag Centraal	4h 24m	10:34am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + DB Regio NRW	6:55am	Den Haag Centraal	4h 28m	11:23am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	6:10am	Den Haag Centraal	3h 38m	9:48am	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + National Express	12:10pm	Den Haag Centraal	3h 48m	3:58pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for The Hague to Cologne on September 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:35pm	The Hague	7h 8m	7:43pm	Hbf	Cheapest
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Deutsche Bahn	6:10pm	Den Haag Centraal	3h 25m	9:35pm	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:15am	The Hague	5h 41m	1:56pm	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + VIAS Rail + DB Regio NRW + National Express	6:01am	Den Haag Centraal	4h 33m	10:34am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + VIAS Rail + National Express	6:01am	Den Haag Centraal	4h 58m	10:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + DB Regio NRW	6:10am	Den Haag Centraal	3h 49m	9:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	6:10am	Den Haag Centraal	3h 38m	9:48am	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + DB Regio NRW	6:55am	Den Haag Centraal	4h 16m	11:11am	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for The Hague to Cologne on September 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:00am	The Hague	4h 41m	1:41pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	12:10pm	Den Haag Centraal	3h 3m	3:13pm	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:35pm	The Hague	6h 21m	6:56pm	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio NRW	6:49am	Den Haag Centraal	3h 52m	10:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + VIAS Rail + National Express	7:10am	Den Haag Centraal	3h 57m	11:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	8:10am	Den Haag Centraal	3h 4m	11:14am	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Deutsche Bahn + National Express	8:40pm	Den Haag Centraal	3h 27m	12:07am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Deutsche Bahn	8:40pm	Den Haag Centraal	3h 5m	11:45pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for The Hague to Cologne on September 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:00am	The Hague	4h 41m	1:41pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	12:10pm	Den Haag Centraal	3h 3m	3:13pm	Hbf	Fastest
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio NRW	6:23am	Den Haag Centraal	4h 18m	10:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + National Express	8:10am	Den Haag Centraal	3h 15m	11:25am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	8:10am	Den Haag Centraal	3h 4m	11:14am	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	7:40pm	Den Haag Centraal	3h 39m	11:19pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Deutsche Bahn	7:40pm	Den Haag Centraal	3h 28m	11:08pm	Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio NRW	6:23am	Den Haag Centraal	4h 18m	10:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:44 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from The Hague to Cologne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just DKK 107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

5h 55mAverage Duration

231 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceDKK 107 - DKK 488	Average Duration5h 55m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceDKK 169 - DKK 1,099	Average Duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in The Hague and Cologne?

The Hague

A
The Hague Central Train Station
Rijnstraat 8, 2515 XP Den Haag, Netherlands

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page
B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
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

NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

3.6/561 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi3.4

Deutsche Bahn

3.9/511 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.5

Wi‑Fi2.8

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Deutsche Bahn ICE, ÖBB

Frequently asked questions about travelling from The Hague to Cologne by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from The Hague to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from The Hague to Cologne start at DKK 169. The average price for this train route is around DKK 520. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from The Hague to Cologne?
The average train trip from The Hague to Cologne takes 4h 5m and covers 223 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 1m and is operated by NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen.
Which train operators serve the The Hague to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 55 trains available per day, including services from NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from The Hague to Cologne?
The earliest train from The Hague to Cologne departs at 6:01am. The latest train departs at 9:10pm.
What is the best train operator from The Hague to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from The Hague to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from The Hague to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from The Hague to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08-31

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09-01

DKK 409

Today

DKK 472

09-03

DKK 425

09-04

DKK 417

09-05

DKK 362

09-06

DKK 409

09-07

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The cheapest trip from The Hague to Cologne was searched and found on Sep 5, 2026 with a price of DKK 362

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

You can expect to pay from DKK 362 to DKK 1,172 for a train ticket from The Hague to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at DKK 362 which is on 2026-09-05.