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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Warsaw to Cologne
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- €80
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- €140
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 11 h 14 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 11 h 36 m
- Trains on Nov 01
- 13
- Distance
- 981 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €140 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €80.
It's difficult to get from Warsaw to Cologne without transferring at least 4 times.
IC 440 · ICE 750 · ICE 12610:16 PM 14h13 Warsaw Central 12:29 PM Cologne Hbf €80 1 One-way 2 transfers- IC 440 · ICE 750 · ICE 726
10:16 PM 13h58 Warsaw Central 12:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz €80 1 One-way 2 transfers - EC 42 · ICE 699 · IC 60402
3:00 PM 14h44 Warsaw Central 5:44 AM Cologne Hbf €90 1 One-way 2 transfers - EC 44 · 55797 · ICE 550
1:00 PM 12h54 Warsaw Central 1:54 AM Cologne Hbf €91 1 One-way 2 transfers - EC 44 · S5 · ICE 677 · 29588
1:00 PM 11h33 Warsaw Central 12:33 AM Cologne Hbf €91 1 One-way 4 transfers
- EC 246 · S5 · ICE 375 · S4
7:00 AM 11h14 Warsaw Central 6:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz €220 1 One-way 5 transfers - EC 246 · S5 · ICE 375 · S4
7:00 AM 11h25 Warsaw Central 6:25 PM Cologne Hbf €220 1 One-way 4 transfers - EC 44 · S5 · ICE 677 · 29588
1:00 PM 11h33 Warsaw Central 12:33 AM Cologne Hbf €91 1 One-way 4 transfers - EC 48 · S5 · ICE 377 · 15533
9:00 AM 11h43 Warsaw Central 8:43 PM Cologne Hbf €171 1 One-way 4 transfers - EIC 1804 · EC 230 · S5 · ICE 1205
8:00 AM 12h05 Warsaw Central 8:05 PM Cologne Hbf €171 1 One-way 5 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Warsaw to Cologne
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Trains from Warsaw to Cologne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €23 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 981 km distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 981 km |
Average train duration 11h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 15m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Live departures
Warsaw to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Warsaw to Cologne trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 246 · ICE 691 · ICE 1512 | On time 7:00 AM Warsaw Central | 12h33 | 7:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| EC 246 · S5 · ICE 375 · S4 | On time 7:00 AM Warsaw Central | 11h25 | 6:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| EC 246 · S5 · ICE 375 · S4 | On time 7:00 AM Warsaw Central | 11h14 | 6:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5 transfers | |
| EIC 1804 · EC 230 · S5 · ICE 856 | On time 8:00 AM Warsaw Central | 12h12 | 8:12 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EIC 1804 · EC 230 · S5 · ICE 1205 | On time 8:00 AM Warsaw Central | 12h05 | 8:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 5 transfers | |
| EC 48 · 3351 · ICE 554 | On time 9:00 AM Warsaw Central | 12h17 | 9:17 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| EC 48 · S5 · ICE 377 · 15533 | On time 9:00 AM Warsaw Central | 11h43 | 8:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| EC 44 · 55797 · ICE 550 | On time 1:00 PM Warsaw Central | 12h54 | 1:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| EC 44 · S5 · ICE 677 · 29588 | On time 1:00 PM Warsaw Central | 11h33 | 12:33 AM Cologne Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| EC 42 · ICE 699 · IC 60402 | On time 3:00 PM Warsaw Central | 14h44 | 5:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| EC 40 · 3359 · ICE 1540 | On time 5:00 PM Warsaw Central | 13h15 | 6:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 440 · ICE 750 · ICE 126 | On time 10:16 PM Warsaw Central | 14h13 | 12:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 440 · ICE 750 · ICE 726 | 10:16 PM Warsaw Central | 13h58 | 12:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 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 Warsaw and Cologne
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FAQs: Trains from Warsaw to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warsaw to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Warsaw to Cologne
Most Warsaw to Cologne trains use the Warszawa Centralna to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz. Use this guide to compare Warsaw and Cologne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Warsaw station do trains to Cologne leave from?
Getting to Warszawa Centralna from Warsaw city centre
Warszawa Centralna train station facilities and services
Warszawa Centralna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Strefa Centralna, Restauracja Halka
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Centralna. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Centralna. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Warszawa Centralna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Warszawa Centralna: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Centralna: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Warsaw Marriott Hotel, InterContinental Warsaw, Novotel Warszawa Centrum.
Getting to Warszawa Gdańska from Warsaw city centre
Warszawa Gdańska is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa Gdańska train station facilities and services
Warszawa Gdańska 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: Restauracja Polska Różana, Kawiarnia Kafka
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Gdańska. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Gdańska. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Warszawa Gdańska: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Warszawa Gdańska: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Gdańska: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Warszawa Stare Miasto, Hotel Hetman, Hotel Maria.
Getting to Warszawa Zachodnia from Warsaw city centre
Warszawa Zachodnia is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa Zachodnia train station facilities and services
Warszawa Zachodnia 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: Restaurant Warszawski Lukier, Bistro Trojka
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel, Campanile Varsovie, Golden Tulip Warsaw Centre.
Which Cologne station do trains from Warsaw arrive at?
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.
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