The cheapest and fastest coaches from Warsaw to Cologne
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£98
Fastest journey
17 h 50 m
Average duration
18 h 20 m
Buses per day
32
Distance
981 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Warsaw to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warsaw to Cologne will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £70.
Of the 32 buses that leave Warsaw for Cologne every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 981 km distance in an average of 18 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 18 h 55 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 coach, 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 coach with prices starting from £48. 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 coach costs an average of £48, and a flight costs an average of £227.
Distance: 981 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£67 Average Price Cheapest | £112 Average Price | £455 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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Live departures
Warsaw to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Warsaw to Cologne coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
(Warsaw -> Prague) · (Prague -> Amsterdam) | 07:00 Warszawa, al. Jana Pawła II (Dworzec Centralny) | 24h05 | 07:05 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:10 Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 19h25 | 02:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:40 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 18h55 | 02:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 Warszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny | 20h25 | 07:10 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 12:45 Warszawa, Metro Stadion Narodowy 01 | 24h00 | 12:45 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 12:45 Warszawa, Metro Stadion Narodowy 01 | 18h25 | 07:10 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:20 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 17h50 | 07:10 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:45 Warszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny | 22h20 | 14:05 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:40 Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 19h00 | 11:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 16:40 Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 20h05 | 12:45 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:00 Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 21h05 | 14:05 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 18:10 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 18h35 | 12:45 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 18:10 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 17h55 | 12:05 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:23 Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 23h17 | 17:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 18:50 Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 19h21 | 14:11 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:50 Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 24h30 | 19:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 19:20 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 18h51 | 14:11 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:20 Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 22h20 | 17:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 19:20 Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 21h53 | 17:13 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:25 Warszawa, Metro Stadion Narodowy 01 | 23h55 | 19:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:35 Warszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny | 22h45 | 19:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:50 Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 21h30 | 19:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 22:55 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 18h18 | 17:13 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:55 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 20h25 | 19:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:55 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 19h30 | 18:25 Köln, Deutz Gummersbacher Straße | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 23:15 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 21h40 | 20:55 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 23:20 Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 21h35 | 20:55 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:35 Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 26h20 | 01:55 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 23:45 Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 21h10 | 20:55 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:45 Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 19h35 | 19:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:15 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 19h05 | 19:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:50 Warszawa, Aleje Jerozolimskie (Dworzec Centralny 06) | 22h05 | 01:55 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:10 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 21h45 | 01:55 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Warsaw to Cologne
Buses from Warsaw to Cologne run on average 32 times per day, taking around 17h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £41 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 981 km distance in 17h 40m.
Distance 981 km |
Average bus duration 17h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
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 £41. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Warsaw to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warsaw to Cologne by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Warsaw and Cologne
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Centralna (in the station)
- Bistro Express (in the station)
- Pierogi Place (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 127, 128, 175 Metro: M1 Train: SKM
- 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Köln Hbf (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250, 260 Metro: U5, U16, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12, S13
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- McDonald's (0.2 km)
- Vapiano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250 Metro: U5, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12
- 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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