The cheapest and fastest trains from Gdańsk Główny to Cologne Hbf
Cheapest price
£120
Average price
£120
Fastest journey
11 h 4 m
Average duration
11 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
873 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gdańsk Główny to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gdańsk Główny to Cologne Hbf will cost around £120 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £120.
Of the 2 trains that leave Gdańsk Główny for Cologne Hbf every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 873 km distance in an average of 11 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Gdańsk Główny to Cologne Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gdańsk Główny to Cologne Hbf 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 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, and a flight costs an average of £137.
Distance: 873 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£75 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest | £333 Average Price |
11h 14m Average total duration 10h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 35m Average total duration 21h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gdańsk Główny to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Gdańsk Główny to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 265 · EC 44 · ICE 552 | Delayed 11:22 Gdańsk Główny | 11h14 | 22:53 22:53Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 5604 · EC 40 · ICE 101 | On time 15:25 Gdańsk Główny | 14h24 | 05:49 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 58108 · Bus RB66 · RE 3341 · ICE 654 | On time 18:24 Gdańsk Główny | 16h14 | 10:38 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
| Thursday 4 December | |||||
![]() | 05:28 Gdańsk Główny | 11h04 | 16:32 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:25 Gdańsk Główny | 11h11 | 17:36 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Gdańsk Główny to Cologne Hbf by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gdańsk Główny to Cologne Hbf
Trains from Gdańsk Główny to Cologne Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 14:25. The fastest train covers the 873 km distance in 10h 46m.
Distance 873 km |
Average train duration 10h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 10h 46m |
First train 05:28 |
Last train 14:25 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Gdańsk Główny to Cologne Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Gdańsk Główny and Cologne Hbf from £37. 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.
FAQs: Gdańsk Główny to Cologne Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gdańsk Główny to Cologne Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gdańsk Główny and Cologne Hbf
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Podwale Grodzkie.
- Pierogarnia Mandu Centrum
- Restauracja Gvara
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Hotel Mercure Gdańsk Stare Miasto
- Scandic Gdańsk
- Hotel Wolne Miasto
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Hall 3: shops and restaurants
- Tram: Line 2, Line 3, Line 6, Line 9, Line 11, Line 12
- 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.
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