Warsaw to Cologne train with Deutsche Bahn (EC,ICE,RE,IC,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Warsaw to Cologne

Showing times and prices for 10 Jul

Cheapest price

£165

Average price

£234

Fastest journey

11 h 12 m

Average duration

11 h 26 m

Trains per day

Distance

981 km

Cheap tickets

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 £234 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £165.

Fast trains

To travel from Warsaw to Cologne you need to make at least 2 changes.

EC 44 · BUS40044 · ICE 842

13:0011h33

Warsaw Central

00:33Cologne Hbf

£1651One-way

2 changes

EIC 1854 · EC 230 · BUS40230 · ICE 546

08:0011h36

Warsaw Central

19:36Cologne Hbf

£2511One-way

3 changes

EC 48 · BUS40048 · ICE 856

09:0011h12

Warsaw Central

20:12Cologne Hbf

£2511One-way

2 changes

EC 46 · BUS40046 · ICE 854

11:0011h20

Warsaw Central

22:20Cologne Hbf

£2511One-way

2 changes

EIC 1854 · EC 230 · BUS40230 · ICE 546

08:0011h28

Warsaw Central

19:28Cologne Messe/Deutz

£2511One-way

4 changes

Travel Information

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 £50. 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 £50, and a flight costs an average of £328.

Distance: 980 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Flight
£107 Average Price	£61 Average Price Cheapest	£495 Average Price
12h 27m Average total duration 11h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	17h 54m Average total duration 17h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest	1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions	2.9 - 5.9kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Warsaw to Cologne train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 10 July

Last updated at 15:22

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
EIC 1854 · EC 230 · BUS40230 · ICE 546	On time 06:00 Warsaw Central	11h36	17:36 Cologne Hbf	3 changes
EIC 1854 · EC 230 · BUS40230 · ICE 546	06:00 Warsaw Central	11h28	17:28 Cologne Messe/Deutz	4 changes
EC 48 · BUS40048 · ICE 856	On time 07:00 Warsaw Central	11h12	18:12 Cologne Hbf	2 changes
EC 46 · BUS40046 · ICE 854	On time 09:00 Warsaw Central	11h20	20:20 Cologne Hbf	2 changes
EC 44 · BUS40044 · ICE 842	11:00 Warsaw Central	11h33	22:33 Cologne Hbf	2 changes

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Warsaw to Cologne?

The best time to book your train from Warsaw to Cologne is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Warsaw to Cologne route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Warsaw to Cologne per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Warsaw to Cologne.

Trains

from £49

Coaches

from £56

Flights

from £165

Journey information

Overview: Train from Warsaw to Cologne

Poland

Germany

Trains from Warsaw to Cologne run on average 14 times per day, taking around 11h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

980 km

Average train duration

11h 57m

Cheapest ticket price

£42

Trains per day

Fastest train

10h 15m

First train

00:03

Last train

23:58

Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn trains Warsaw to Cologne

You can travel by train between Warsaw and Cologne with Deutsche Bahn for as low as £45. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main operator of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Warsaw to Cologne train.

Warsaw to Cologne train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 10 h 30 min
Cheapest Price: £45

FAQs: Warsaw to Cologne train

FAQs: Travel by train from Warsaw to Cologne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Warsaw to Cologne.

Cheap train tickets from Warsaw to Cologne can start from as little as £41 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Warsaw to Cologne is £84; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Warsaw to Cologne is 10 h 14 min to travel the 608 mile long route, with around there are 12 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Warsaw to Cologne leaves at 00: 13. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Warsaw to Cologne leaves at 23: 58.

There are 12 trains a day from Warsaw to Cologne which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Warsaw to Cologne train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Warsaw and Cologne to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 58.

The cheapest month for a train from Warsaw to Cologne is September.

You have options as you can travel to Cologne from Warsaw 3 different ways: coach, train or flight.