4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Warsaw to Cologne
Cheapest price
€69
Average price
€145
Fastest journey
13 h 46 m
Average duration
15 h 38 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
981 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Warsaw to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warsaw to Cologne will cost around €145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €69.
Of the 18 buses that leave Warsaw for Cologne on Sat, Dec 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 20 the direct buses cover the 981 km distance in an average of 15 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 46 m .
On Sat, Dec 20 the slowest buses will take 16 h 58 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.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for Warsaw to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Cologne 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 38m. 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 €247.
Distance: 981 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€73 Average price Cheapest | €122 Average price | €495 Average price |
17h 55m Average total duration 17h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 25m Average total duration 11h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m 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
Warsaw to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Warsaw to Cologne buses for today, Friday, December 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 10:55 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 13h46 | 12:41 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 10:55 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 17h45 | 4:40 PM Köln, Deutz Gummersbacher Straße | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain | 11:45 PM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 16h58 | 4:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 PM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 19h35 | 7:20 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 19h05 | 7:20 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain | 12:15 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 16h28 | 4:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 19h25 | 2:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 18h55 | 2:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 PM Warszawa, Metro Stadion Narodowy 01 | 18h25 | 7:10 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:20 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 17h50 | 7:10 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 19h00 | 11:40 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 21h05 | 2:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 6:10 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 17h55 | 12:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 6:50 PM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 17h51 | 12:41 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain | 7:25 PM Warszawa, Metro Stadion Narodowy 01 | 17h16 | 12:41 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 8:35 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny | 16h06 | 12:41 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 9:50 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 14h51 | 12:41 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 21h30 | 7:20 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Bus from Warsaw to Cologne
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Buses from Warsaw to Cologne run on average 32 times per day, taking around 17h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €44 by train.
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 40m.
Distance 981 km |
Average bus duration 17h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Buses per day 32 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 17h 40m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, Ecolines, BlaBlaCar from Warsaw to CologneYou can travel by bus between Warsaw to Cologne with Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, Ecolines, BlaBlaCar for as low as €44. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Warsaw to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warsaw to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Warsaw, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy, Warszawa, Warsaw Modlin Airport A1-A2 and Warsaw, West Bus Station. When arriving in Cologne, you can end your route in coach stations like Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle) and Köln, ZOB.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy, which is located around 5.2 miles (8.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle), located 3.2 miles (5.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Warsaw to Cologne
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
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