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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Gdańsk
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €40
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €71
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 11 h 37 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 14 h 11 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 9
- Distance
- 875 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Gdańsk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Gdańsk will cost around €71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Gdańsk without transferring at least 3 times.
ICE 255 · EC 41 · IC 65046:38 PM 16h47 Cologne Hbf 11:25 AM Gdańsk Główny €40 1 One-way 2 transfers- ICE 821 · ICE 274 · EC 41 · IC 6504
7:45 PM 15h40 Cologne Messe/Deutz 11:25 AM Gdańsk Główny €40 1 One-way 3 transfers - ICE 821 · ICE 274 · EC 41 · IC 6114
7:45 PM 16h54 Cologne Messe/Deutz 12:39 PM Gdańsk Główny €45 1 One-way 4 transfers - ICE 255 · EC 41 · IC 6114 · IC 4520
6:38 PM 18h01 Cologne Hbf 12:39 PM Gdańsk Główny €45 1 One-way 3 transfers - ICE 129 · ICE 274 · EC 41 · IC 6114
7:18 PM 17h21 Cologne Hbf 12:39 PM Gdańsk Główny €45 1 One-way 4 transfers
- ICE 529 · ICE 692 · S42 · 33771
8:45 AM 11h37 Cologne Messe/Deutz 8:22 PM Gdańsk Główny €151 1 One-way 4 transfers - ICE 1513 · ICE 692 · S42 · 33771
8:29 AM 11h53 Cologne Hbf 8:22 PM Gdańsk Główny €151 1 One-way 4 transfers - ICE 653 · 3358 · Bus RB66 · IC 85108
4:27 PM 15h37 Cologne Hbf 8:04 AM Gdańsk Główny €60 1 One-way 3 transfers - ICE 821 · ICE 274 · EC 41 · IC 6504
7:45 PM 15h40 Cologne Messe/Deutz 11:25 AM Gdańsk Główny €40 1 One-way 3 transfers - ICE 129 · ICE 274 · EC 41 · IC 6504
7:18 PM 16h07 Cologne Hbf 11:25 AM Gdańsk Główny €60 1 One-way 3 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Gdańsk
Germany
Poland
Trains from Cologne to Gdańsk run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:09, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 875 km distance in 9h 23m.
Distance 875 km |
Average train duration 10h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 9h 23m |
First train 2:09 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Cologne to Gdańsk train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Gdańsk trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 843 · S15 · EC 47 · IC 4512 | On time 5:26 AM Cologne Hbf | 12h15 | 5:41 PM Gdańsk Główny | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 511 · ICE 1555 · ICE 378 · S3 | On time 5:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 11h53 | 5:41 PM Gdańsk Główny | 6 transfers | |
| ICE 553 · EC 49 · IC 262 | On time 6:34 AM Cologne Hbf | 12h58 | 7:32 PM Gdańsk Główny | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 845 · S5 · EC 49 · IC 262 | On time 7:26 AM Cologne Hbf | 12h06 | 7:32 PM Gdańsk Główny | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 1713 · 4647 · ICE 376 · S5 | On time 7:33 AM Cologne Hbf | 11h59 | 7:32 PM Gdańsk Główny | 5 transfers | |
| ICE 555 · EC 231 | On time 8:23 AM Cologne Hbf | 12h01 | 8:24 PM Gdańsk Główny | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 847 · S5 · EC 247 · IC 6508 | On time 9:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 12h15 | 9:40 PM Gdańsk Główny | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 557 · EC 249 · IC 260 | On time 10:28 AM Cologne Hbf | 13h04 | 11:32 PM Gdańsk Główny | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 859 · S5 · EC 249 · IC 260 | On time 11:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 12h17 | 11:32 PM Gdańsk Główny | 3 transfers | |
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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.
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.
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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cologne and Gdańsk
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FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Gdańsk
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Gdańsk by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gdańsk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Gdańsk
Most Cologne to Gdańsk trains use the Köln Hbf to Gdańsk Główny station pair, with some services arriving at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Gdańsk train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do trains to Gdańsk leave from?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Which Gdańsk station do trains from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to Gdańsk Główny from Gdańsk city centre
Gdańsk Główny train station facilities and services
Gdańsk Główny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pierogarnia Mandu Centrum, Restauracja Gvara
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Gdańsk Stare Miasto, Scandic Gdańsk, Hotel Wolne Miasto.
Getting to Gdańsk Wrzeszcz from Gdańsk city centre
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz is 4 km from Gdańsk city centre. Public transport options include:
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz train station facilities and services
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pobitegary, Avocado Vegan Bistro
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Szydlowski, Villa Vrest, Smart Hotel.
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