What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Zgorzelec?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Zgorzelec is to bus which costs 210 zł - 300 zł and takes 11h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Zgorzelec?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Zgorzelec is to drive which takes 5h 41m and costs 400 zł - 600 zł.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Zgorzelec?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Zgorzelec. However, there are services departing from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf and arriving at Zgorzelec, Armii Krajowej St. via Bensberg Busbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Zgorzelec?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Zgorzelec. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Zgorzelec via Frankfurt and Dresden-Neustadt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

How far is it from Cologne to Zgorzelec?

The distance between Cologne and Zgorzelec is 768 km. The road distance is 671.8 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Zgorzelec without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Zgorzelec without a car is to train via Frankfurt Airport (FRA) which takes 8h 14m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Zgorzelec?

It takes approximately 8h 14m to get from Cologne to Zgorzelec, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Zgorzelec bus from?

Cologne to Zgorzelec bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bensberg Busbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Zgorzelec train from?

Cologne to Zgorzelec train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Zgorzelec?

The best way to get from Cologne to Zgorzelec is to train via Frankfurt Airport (FRA) which takes 8h 14m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 210 zł - 300 zł and takes 11h 22m.

Where does the Cologne to Zgorzelec bus arrive?

Cologne to Zgorzelec bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zgorzelec, Armii Krajowej St. station.

Where does the Cologne to Zgorzelec train arrive?

Cologne to Zgorzelec train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Zgorzelec?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Zgorzelec is 672 km. It takes approximately 5h 41m to drive from Cologne to Zgorzelec.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Zgorzelec?

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Cologne to Zgorzelec - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Cologne to Zgorzelec by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt50
3. Take the train from Dresden-Neustadt to ZgorzelecRe
8h 14m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bensberg Busbahnhof to Zgorzelec, Armii Krajowej St.N20
11h 22m
zł 210–300
Drive 671.8 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Zgorzelec671.8 km
5h 41m
zł 404–584
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafen
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS)DUS - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden-Klotzsche to Zgorzelec
5h 7m
Train
1. Take the train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Dresden-NeustadtFlx30
2. Take the train from Dresden-Neustadt to ZgorzelecRe
9h 8m
Train #2
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt55
2. Take the train from Dresden-Neustadt to ZgorzelecRe
9h 15m
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)FRA - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden-Klotzsche to Zgorzelec
5h 6m
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)CGN - BER
2. Take the train from S Königs Wusterhausen Bhf to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof
3. Take the train from Cottbus Hbf to Goerlitz
7h 23m
zł 407–1,198

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS) flights

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2h 48mAverage Duration

zł 243Cheapest Price

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Distance: 767.7 km
Duration: 8h 14m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Zgorzelec, Dolnośląskie, Poland?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Zgorzelec via Frankfurt and Dresden-Neustadt in around 8h 14m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bensberg Busbahnhof to Zgorzelec, Armii Krajowej St. once daily. Tickets cost zł 210–300 and the journey takes 9h 50m.

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