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Museum Ludwig
Important collection of modern and contemporary art near the cathedral, including Pop Art and post-war works. A staple for art-focused visitors.
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£38
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£85
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
12 h 18 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
14 h 1 m
Trains on 30 Aug
5
Distance
873 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Łódź to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Łódź to Cologne will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 5 trains from Łódź to Cologne, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 873 km distance in an average of 14 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 h 35 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Łódź to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £58 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 12h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £58, while a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 873 km
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£74 Average Price | £58 Average Price Cheapest |
12h 38m Average total duration Fastest 12h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 59m Average total duration 15h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Łódź to Cologne trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 5:15 Łódź | 12h18 | 17:33 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:37 Łódź | 15h35 | 4:12 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:24 Łódź | 13h48 | 4:12 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:17 Łódź | 13h55 | 5:12 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Łódź to Cologne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 873 km distance in 10h 44m.
Distance 873 km |
Average train duration 12h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 10h 44m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:49 |
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Important collection of modern and contemporary art near the cathedral, including Pop Art and post-war works. A staple for art-focused visitors.
Archaeological museum built around Roman remains, especially the Dionysus mosaic. Excellent for understanding Cologne’s Roman origins.
Major art museum with medieval painting, sculpture and applied arts. A strong choice for seeing Cologne’s artistic heritage in one place.
Historic old town lanes and squares by the Rhine, packed with colourful houses, churches and viewpoints. Ideal for a classic Cologne stroll.
Long Rhine promenade with bridge, cathedral and river views. Popular for walking, photography and watching boats pass through the city centre.
Lively square in the old town framed by historic buildings and museums. A useful base for sightseeing and one of Cologne’s best-known public spaces.
Rye bread with butter, cheese, ham or sausage, traditionally served in Cologne breweries as a simple local snack with Kölsch.
Hearty dish of black pudding with fried onions and mashed potatoes, a Rhineland classic closely associated with Cologne home cooking.
Slow-cooked horsemeat in a sweet-sour raisin sauce, a historic Rhineland speciality still served in a few traditional Cologne restaurants.
Classic Brauhaus serving Päffgen Kölsch and Rhineland favourites in a bustling, wood-panelled setting popular with locals.
Traditional brewery venue by Heumarkt with house Kölsch and dependable regional cooking in a spacious historic hall.
Long-established restaurant for refined German and Rhineland cooking, with a more formal atmosphere than a typical Brauhaus.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and public transport are broadly manageable for most city-break budgets.
Service is often included, but it is usual to round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if service was good.
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Cologne Hbf -> Neumarkt, Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Łódź 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.

Most Łódź to Cologne trains use the Łódź Kaliska to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz. Use this guide to compare Łódź and Cologne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Łódź Kaliska is 2 km from Łódź city centre. Public transport options include:
Łódź Kaliska 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 options include: Restauracja Polska, Manekin Łódź
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Łódź Kaliska. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Łódź Kaliska. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Łódź Kaliska: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Łódź Kaliska: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Łódź Kaliska: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Tobaco, Hotel Reymont, Hotel Focus Łódź.
Łódź Widzew is 5 km from Łódź city centre. Public transport options include:
Łódź Widzew has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Łódź Widzew.
ATMs are available at Łódź Widzew.
Available at Łódź Widzew: Taxis.
Available at Łódź Widzew: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Łódź Widzew.
Łódź Chojny is 2 km from Łódź city centre. Public transport options include:
Łódź Chojny has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Łódź Chojny.
ATMs are available at Łódź Chojny.
Available at Łódź Chojny: Taxis, WC.
Available at Łódź Chojny: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Łódź Chojny.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
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 storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
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