The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Warsaw
Cheapest price
€66
Average price
€93
Fastest journey
11 h 10 m
Average duration
15 h 14 m
Buses per day
32
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 €93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €66.
Of the 32 buses that leave Cologne for Warsaw on Thu, Apr 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 16 the direct buses cover the 981 km distance in an average of 15 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 10 m .
On Thu, Apr 16 the slowest buses will take 17 h 16 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.
8:25 AM21h40Köln, Deutz Gummersbacher Straße6:05 AMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni€661One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:30 PM17h45Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)3:15 PMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni€691One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:30 PM18h20Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)3:50 PMWarszawa, Stadion Narodowy€691One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:45 PM17h40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)11:25 AMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni€731One-way0 transfers
12:40 PM11h10Cologne11:50 PMWarsaw€741One-way0 transfers
12:40 PM11h10Cologne11:50 PMWarsaw€741One-way0 transfers
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FlixBus4:14 PM15h26Cologne Hbf7:40 AMWarsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy€941One-way1 transfer
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FlixBus4:14 PM15h56Cologne Hbf8:10 AMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni€961One-way1 transfer
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FlixBus4:14 PM16h21Cologne Hbf8:35 AMWarszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny€961One-way1 transfer
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FlixBus4:14 PM17h16Cologne Hbf9:30 AMWarszawa, Metro Marymont 11€1021One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, 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 €52. 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 €52, and a flight costs an average of €246.
Distance: 981 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€74 Average price Cheapest | €146 Average price | €495 Average price |
17h 44m Average total duration 17h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 47m Average total duration 13h 17m 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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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 today, Wednesday, April 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 23h10 | 6:10 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 20h47 | 3:47 PM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 21h20 | 4:50 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 18h20 | 1:50 PM Warszawa, Stadion Narodowy | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 17h45 | 1:15 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 22h20 | 7:55 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, April 16 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 19h35 | 7:55 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 22h25 | 10:45 PM Warszawa, Aleje Jerozolimskie (Dworzec Centralny 06) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 19h05 | 7:25 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 21h15 | 3:05 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 20h50 | 2:40 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 22h07 | 3:57 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 21h20 | 3:10 AM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 6:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 17h31 | 11:45 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:25 AM Köln, Deutz Gummersbacher Straße | 21h40 | 4:05 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 22h20 | 4:55 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 7:01 AM Cologne Hbf | 21h29 | 4:30 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 7:01 AM Cologne Hbf | 21h04 | 4:05 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 21h55 | 6:30 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 22h20 | 6:55 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 23h00 | 7:35 AM Warszawa, Stadion Narodowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 21h05 | 8:00 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 20h40 | 7:35 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 21h37 | 8:32 AM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 20h15 | 9:10 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 21h20 | 10:15 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 2:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 15h26 | 5:40 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 2:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 15h56 | 6:10 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 2:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 17h16 | 7:30 AM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 2:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 16h21 | 6:35 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 19h35 | 10:35 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 17h40 | 9:25 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Warsaw
Buses from Cologne to Warsaw run on average 32 times per day, taking around 17h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €52 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 981 km distance in 17h 31m.
Distance 981 km |
Average bus duration 17h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Buses per day 32 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 17h 31m |
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 Mon |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Sindbad, Ecolines, Infobus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to WarsawYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Warsaw with FlixBus, Sindbad, Ecolines, Infobus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €52. 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
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Polska (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Bistro Warszawa (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 127, 158, 517, 523 Train: KM, S1, S2
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Terminal (in the station)
- Bistro Chopin (in the station)
- Pierogi Place (0.5 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 175, 188, 148 Train: S2, S3
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