The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Warsaw
Cheapest price
€74
Average price
€99
Fastest journey
13 h 56 m
Average duration
16 h 8 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
981 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Warsaw is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Warsaw will cost around €99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €74.
Of the 25 buses that leave Cologne for Warsaw on Wed, Jul 15, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct buses cover the 981 km distance in an average of 16 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 56 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest buses will take 17 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus9:30 PM17h45Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)3:15 PMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni€741One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:45 PM17h40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)11:25 AMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni€741One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:30 PM18h20Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)3:50 PMWarszawa, Stadion Narodowy€741One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus2:20 AM19h05Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)9:25 PMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni€941One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:35 PM22h20Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)9:55 PMWarsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy€941One-way1 transfer
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FlixBus4:14 PM13h56Cologne Hbf6:10 AMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni€961One-way1 transfer
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FlixBus4:14 PM15h48Cologne Hbf8:02 AMWarszawa, Metro Marymont 11€951One-way1 transfer
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FlixBus · FlixBus4:14 PM16h16Cologne Hbf8:30 AMWarsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy€951One-way2 transfers
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FlixBus · FlixBus4:14 PM17h21Cologne Hbf9:35 AMWarszawa, Stadion Narodowy€961One-way2 transfers
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FlixBus8:14 AM17h21Cologne Hbf1:35 AMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni€991One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Warsaw
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Warsaw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, and a flight costs an average of €249.
Distance: 981 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€74 Average price Cheapest | €153 Average price | €602 Average price |
17h 47m Average total duration 17h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 46m Average total duration 14h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Warsaw bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Warsaw buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 19h05 | 9:25 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 19h35 | 9:55 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 20h02 | 3:52 AM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 19h15 | 3:05 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 19h35 | 3:25 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 19h38 | 3:52 AM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 20h51 | 5:05 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 17h21 | 1:35 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 22h50 | 7:25 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 9:01 AM Cologne Hbf | 21h29 | 6:30 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 21h55 | 8:30 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 20h40 | 9:35 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 20h15 | 11:10 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 16h16 | 8:30 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 13h56 | 6:10 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 15h48 | 8:02 AM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 17h21 | 9:35 AM Warszawa, Stadion Narodowy | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 19h35 | 12:35 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 20h05 | 1:50 PM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 17h40 | 11:25 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 23h10 | 8:10 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 17h45 | 3:15 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 18h20 | 3:50 PM Warszawa, Stadion Narodowy | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 19h00 | 4:30 PM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 22h20 | 9:55 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Warsaw
Buses from Cologne to Warsaw run on average 31 times per day, taking around 17h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €48 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 981 km distance in 16h 21m.
Distance 981 km |
Average bus duration 17h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 16h 21m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ecolines, Sindbad, Infobus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to WarsawYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Warsaw with FlixBus, Ecolines, Sindbad, Infobus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €48. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Warsaw
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Warsaw by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Warsaw, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Ecolines
- Assistance
- Designated seating
- Assistance with luggage.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Sindbad
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Ecolines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Sindbad
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Ecolines
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Sindbad
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Ecolines
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Sindbad
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ecolines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Sindbad
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require prior arrangement.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne to Warsaw
Most Cologne to Warsaw buses use the Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) to Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy station pair, with some services arriving at Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Warsaw bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do buses to Warsaw leave from?
Getting to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) from Cologne city centre
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) bus station facilities and services
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Köln, Deutz Gummersbacher Straße from Cologne city centre
Getting to Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) from Cologne city centre
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) bus station facilities and services
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and baggage claim area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Elevators, ramps.
Which Warsaw station do buses from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni from Warsaw city centre
Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni bus station facilities and services
Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Polska (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Bistro Warszawa (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and ticket counters.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy from Warsaw city centre
Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy is 7 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy bus station facilities and services
Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Bistro Chopin (in the station), Pierogi Place (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal, near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 from Warsaw city centre
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