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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Bydgoszcz
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€68
Average price
€84
Fastest journey
9 h 54 m
Average duration
12 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
794 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Bydgoszcz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Bydgoszcz will cost around €84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €68.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Cologne for Bydgoszcz on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 794 km distance in an average of 12 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 54 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 14 h 11 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.
04:59AM14h11
Cologne07:10PMBydgoszcz
€681One-way
0 transfers
10:11AM9h54
Cologne08:05PMBydgoszcz
€1001One-way
0 transfers
10:11AM9h54
Cologne08:05PMBydgoszcz
€1001One-way
0 transfers
04:59AM14h11
Cologne07:10PMBydgoszcz
€681One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Cologne to Bydgoszcz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Bydgoszcz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €41, and a flight costs an average of €133.
Distance: 794 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€93 Average price | €68 Average price Cheapest | €413 Average price |
9h 44m Average total duration Fastest 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 18m Average total duration 16h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 14m Average total duration 11h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Bydgoszcz train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 1:25 AM
Last updated at 1:25 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:45 AM Cologne | 10h18 | 8:03 PM Bydgoszcz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:11 AM Cologne | 14h57 | 1:08 AM Bydgoszcz | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Bydgoszcz
Germany
Poland
Trains from Cologne to Bydgoszcz run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €42 but you can travel from only €41 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €41
Distance 794 km |
Average train duration 9h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 9h 15m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 23:55 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €41
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Bydgoszcz trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne and Bydgoszcz from €41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 16m
Cheapest Price
€49
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Bydgoszcz
FAQs: Travel by train from Cologne to Bydgoszcz easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne to Bydgoszcz.
Cheap train tickets from Cologne to Bydgoszcz can start from as little as €40 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cologne to Bydgoszcz is €75; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Cologne to Bydgoszcz train time is 9 h 15 min covering the 793 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Cologne to Bydgoszcz leaves at 01: 11. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Cologne to Bydgoszcz leaves at 22: 12.
There are 5 trains a day from Cologne to Bydgoszcz which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Cologne to Bydgoszcz train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Cologne to Bydgoszcz to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 12.
The cheapest month for a train from Cologne to Bydgoszcz is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cologne and Bydgoszcz including taking a coach or train.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Bydgoszcz
Cologne
Bydgoszcz
The major train station for departures in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your trip from Cologne to Bydgoszcz.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
Köln Messe/Deutz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
Hotel
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
The major train station for arrivals in Bydgoszcz is Bydgoszcz Główna. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bydgoszcz Główna for your journey to Bydgoszcz from Cologne.
Bydgoszcz Główna
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park from Zygmunta Augusta Street.
Dining
- Karczma Młyńska
- Restauracja Weranda
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- PLN 2
Hotel
- Hotel Mercure Bydgoszcz Sepia
- Holiday Inn Bydgoszcz
- Focus Hotel Premium Pod Orłem
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Hall 3: tram and bus connections
Public transit options for Bydgoszcz Główna
- Tram: Line 3, Line 5, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
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