The cheapest and fastest trains from Wrocław to Cologne
Cheapest price
€178
Average price
€198
Fastest journey
9 h 29 m
Average duration
9 h 40 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
705 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wrocław to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wrocław to Cologne will cost around €198 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €178.
It's difficult to get from Wrocław to Cologne without transferring at least once.
EC 56 · ICE 856
KD 69159+
TLX 5674+
ICE 1556 · ICE 620
IC 3804 · EC 48 · ICE 556
IC 3802 · EC 230 · ICE 848
KD 69153+
TLX 5794+
ICE 1558 · ICE 516
EC 56 · ICE 856
IC 3804 · EC 48 · ICE 556
IC 3802 · EC 230 · ICE 848
KD 69153+
TLX 5794+
ICE 1558 · ICE 516
KD 69159+
TLX 5674+
ICE 1556 · ICE 620Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Wrocław to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wrocław to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €121.
Distance: 705 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€121 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest | €479 Average price |
11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 39m Average total duration 13h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Wrocław to Cologne train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KD 69153+ TLX 5794+ ICE 1558 · ICE 516 | On time 7:17 AM Wrocław Główny | 9h48 | 5:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3802 · EC 230 · ICE 848 | On time 8:01 AM Wrocław Główny | 9h31 | 5:32 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 3804 · EC 48 · ICE 556 | Delayed 8:51 AM Wrocław Główny | 9h30 | 6:31 PM 6:31 PMCologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
KD 69159+ TLX 5674+ ICE 1556 · ICE 620 | On time 9:25 AM Wrocław Główny | 10h02 | 7:27 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3 transfers | |
EC 56 · ICE 856 | Delayed 9:59 AM Wrocław Główny | 9h29 | 7:37 PM 7:37 PMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wrocław to Cologne
Distance 705 km |
Average train duration 10h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €47 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 8h 29m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Koleje Dolnośląskie from Wrocław to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Koleje Dolnośląskie trains will get you between Wrocław and Cologne from €38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
FlixTrain
Koleje Dolnośląskie
FAQs: Trains from Wrocław to Cologne

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wrocław to Cologne
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access via Piłsudskiego Street.
- Restaurant Dworcowa
- Bistro Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- PLN 2
- Hotel Polonia
- Hotel Europejski
- Hotel Piast
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Tram: Lines 2, 5, 8, 9, 11, 15, 31, 32
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato
- Burger King
- Café Franck
- Eichendorf
- Kölnotel
- Black Hotels
- 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
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
- Weiler Kebap
- Başak Grill
- Le'zzet
- Seniorencafé Treffpunkt
- Haus Wester
- Zur alten Post
- Piccolo Capriccio
- Brauhaus Dellbrück
- Al Capriccio
- Ihr Hotel Garni Köln
- 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
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
- Stammhaus
- Hofcafé Gut Clarenhof
- GolfCity Bistro
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