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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.
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warsaw to Cologne will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
To travel from Warsaw to Cologne you need to make at least 2 changes.
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IC 16170 · ICE 1650 · ICE 518+
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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 £36 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
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 £36 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 15m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Warsaw to Cologne.
The table below shows live departures for Warsaw to Cologne trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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EC 44 · 55797 · ICE 550 | On time 13:00 Warsaw Central | 12h54 | 1:54 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 44 · S5 · ICE 677 · 29588 | On time 13:00 Warsaw Central | 11h33 | 0:33 Cologne Hbf | 4 changes | |
EC 42 · ICE 699 · IC 60402 | On time 15:00 Warsaw Central | 14h44 | 5:44 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 40 · 3359 · ICE 1540 | On time 17:00 Warsaw Central | 13h15 | 6:15 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 440 · ICE 750 · ICE 126 | On time 22:16 Warsaw Central | 14h13 | 12:29 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 440 · ICE 750 · ICE 726 | 22:16 Warsaw Central | 13h58 | 12:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
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EIC 1804 · EC 230 · S5 · ICE 1205 | On time 8:00 Warsaw Central | 12h04 | 20:04 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5 changes | |
EIC 1804 · EC 230 · S7 · ICE 856 | On time 8:00 Warsaw Central | 12h12 | 20:12 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 48 · ICE 933 · ICE 120 | On time 9:00 Warsaw Central | 11h43 | 20:43 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 48 · ICE 933 · ICE 620 | On time 9:00 Warsaw Central | 11h14 | 20:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
EC 46 · ICE 935 · ICE 526 | On time 11:00 Warsaw Central | 11h14 | 22:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
EC 46 · ICE 935 · ICE 552 | On time 11:00 Warsaw Central | 12h24 | 23:24 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
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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
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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.

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.
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 options include: Strefa Centralna, Restauracja Halka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Centralna. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Centralna. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Centralna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Centralna: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Centralna: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warsaw Marriott Hotel, InterContinental Warsaw, Novotel Warszawa Centrum.
Warszawa Gdańska is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restauracja Polska Różana, Kawiarnia Kafka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Gdańska. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Gdańska. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Gdańska: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Gdańska: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Gdańska: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Warszawa Stare Miasto, Hotel Hetman, Hotel Maria.
Warszawa Zachodnia is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Warszawski Lukier, Bistro Trojka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel, Campanile Varsovie, Golden Tulip Warsaw Centre.
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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