Cologne to Rotterdam by flight + bus
This route from Cologne to Rotterdam is not by plane the whole way: by flight, bus it takes about 2h 50m in total, run by KLM, FlixBus. A cheaper option we found is bus, at €21. The flight is still the quickest.
A closer look at the Flight journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €143
- Total journey
- 2h 50m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- KLM, FlixBus
Checked Sep 25 · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM1h 05mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Amsterdam Schiphol - 2Amsterdam Schiphol to Rotterdam
FlixBus45mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Cologne to Rotterdam
FlixBus runs 13 scheduled departures a day, the first at 04:10 and the last at 16:35.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 13 | 04:10 | 16:35 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Flight facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the flight only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Good to know
- The Flight covers Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam Schiphol. The rest of the journey is by bus.
Before you travel
Which airports?
The airports are in this record; the terminal, the gate and the trip to the airport are not. Confirm the terminal on your own ticket.
Check-in and security
The flight time covers the airborne part only. Allow separate time for reaching the airport, check-in, security and the journey on arrival.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €28Omio catalogue, Sep 26 | 3h 33m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €11Omio catalogue, Sep 26 | 4h 55mdirect | See Bus details |
- Train€28Omio catalogue, Sep 263h 33m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€11Omio catalogue, Sep 264h 55m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Sep 26
Cologne to Rotterdam by plane: common questions
How long does Cologne to Rotterdam take by plane?
The flight does not cover the whole route: flight + bus together take about 2h 50m, 1 transfer.
How much is a flight ticket from Cologne to Rotterdam?
The best price in our latest check was €143. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the flight from Cologne to Rotterdam?
KLM, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the flight or the bus better?
The bus is cheaper at €21. The flight wins on journey time.
Where else this route goes
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