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

The cheapest way to get from Warsaw to Cologne is to bus which costs €95 - €160 and takes 19h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Warsaw to Cologne is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs €80 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Warsaw and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni and arriving at Köln. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 19h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Warsaw and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Warsaw to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Warszawa Centralna and arriving at Köln Hbf via S+U Gesundbrunnen Bhf and S Spandau Bhf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 15m.

How far is it from Warsaw to Cologne?

The distance between Warsaw and Cologne is 1041 km. The road distance is 1105.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Warsaw to Cologne without a car is to train via Reinickendorf which takes 11h 15m and costs €180 - €700.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Warsaw to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Warsaw to Cologne bus from?

Warsaw to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Warsaw, Bus Station West.

Where do I catch the Warsaw to Cologne train from?

Warsaw to Cologne train services, operated by PKP Intercity, depart from Warszawa Centralna station.

Train, bus or fly from Warsaw to Cologne?

The best way to get from Warsaw to Cologne is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs €80 - €250. Alternatively, you can train via Reinickendorf, which costs €180 - €700 and takes 11h 15m, you could also bus via Leverkusen, which costs €95 - €170 and takes 19h 10m.

Where does the Warsaw to Cologne bus arrive?

Warsaw to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Warsaw to Cologne train arrive?

Warsaw to Cologne train services, operated by PKP Intercity, arrive at Berlin Gesundbrunnen station.

Can I drive from Warsaw to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Warsaw to Cologne is 1106 km. It takes approximately 9h 10m to drive from Warsaw to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Warsaw to Cologne - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
best
1. Fly from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane WAW - DUS
5h 5m
€81–245
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane WAW - CGN
6h 10m
€73–244
Train via Reinickendorf
1. Take the train from Warszawa Centralna to Berlin Gesundbrunnentrain Eic
2. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
11h 15m
€185–682
Bus via Leverkusen
1. Take the bus from Warsaw, Bus Station West to Leverkusenbus N1320 / ...
19h 10m
€95–161
Drive 1,105.9 km
1. Drive from Warsaw to Colognecar 1,105.9 km
9h 10m
€160–231
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane WAW - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 20m
€111–343
Fly to Dortmund Airport, train
1. Fly from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Dortmund Airport (DTM)plane WAW - DTM
2. Take the train from Holzwickede to Koeln Hbftrain
6h 34m
Fly to Brussels Airport, train
1. Fly from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane WAW - BRU
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain
7h 18m
€113–407
Train
1. Take the train from Warszawa Centralna to Berlin-Lichtenbergtrain Eic
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
11h 42m
€189–711
Bus
1. Take the bus from Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni to Kölnbus 846421
19h 35m
€95–160

Warsaw to Cologne by train

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Distance: 1,040.7 km
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Warsaw, Poland and Cologne, Germany?

LOT, Eurowings, and Lufthansa fly from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Warszawa Centralna to Köln Hbf via Berlin Gesundbrunnen, S+U Gesundbrunnen Bhf, and S Spandau Bhf in around 11h 15m.

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