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Villa Caro Museum
Main branch of the city museum in a grand historic villa. Exhibitions present art, local history, and upper-class life in industrial Gliwice.
Cheapest price on Oct 01
$100
Average ticket price on Oct 01
$116
Fastest journey on Oct 01
13 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Oct 01
16 h 40 m
Buses on Oct 01
8
Distance
830 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Gliwice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Gliwice will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.
On Thu, Oct 01, we found 8 buses from Cologne to Gliwice, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 01 the direct buses cover the 830 km distance in an average of 16 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 26 m .
On Thu, Oct 01 the slowest buses will take 18 h 45 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.
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0| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:14AM | Arrival Time 08:32PM | Duration 14h18 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 20h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:14AM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 13h26 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 19h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixTrain | Departure Time 12:14PM | Arrival Time 04:37AM | Duration 16h23 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:14PM | Arrival Time 10:52AM | Duration 20h38 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 10:52AM | Duration 18h57 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 11:52AM | Duration 18h57 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 11:52AM | Duration 18h02 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 12:52PM | Duration 18h57 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $170 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $79 |
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Gliwice buses for tomorrow, Thursday, October 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 18h55 | 10:05 PM Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 13h26 | 9:40 PM Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 19h05 | 3:55 AM Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 16h23 | 4:37 AM Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe | 2 transfers | |
0 | 2:30 PM Cologne | 18h45 | 9:15 AM Gliwice | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 4:00 PM Cologne | 17h30 | 9:30 AM Gliwice | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 4:00 PM Cologne | 17h15 | 9:15 AM Gliwice | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 18h57 | 12:52 PM Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Cologne to Gliwice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 16h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $89 (€73) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:39, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 515 miles (830 km) distance in 15h 17m.
Distance 515 miles (830 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€73) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 15h 17m |
First bus 12:39 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Gliwice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gliwice trip today.
Main branch of the city museum in a grand historic villa. Exhibitions present art, local history, and upper-class life in industrial Gliwice.
Museum branch inside the medieval Piast Castle. It presents archaeology and the earliest chapters of Gliwice and Upper Silesia.
Branch museum at the radio tower complex. Exhibitions explain broadcasting technology and the famous 1939 Gleiwitz incident.
Historic central square surrounded by restored buildings and cafés. It anchors city life and is especially attractive in the evening.
Main pedestrian artery with shops, facades, and easy access to top sights. It is one of the best places for a relaxed city walk.
Large city park with walking paths, ponds, and the famous palm house. It is a favorite green retreat close to the center.
Rolled beef filled with bacon, onion and cucumber, served with gravy. A hallmark Silesian Sunday dinner across Upper Silesia.
Soft potato dumplings with a small indentation, usually served with roast meats and sauce. One of the best-known staples of Silesian home cooking.
Braised red cabbage, sweet-sour and deeply traditional. It commonly accompanies roulade and dumplings in classic Silesian meals.
Refined restaurant at Hotel Silvia Gold, serving modern Polish and European cuisine in an elegant fine dining atmosphere.
Well-known traditional restaurant focusing on Silesian and Polish classics. Cozy interior and reliable choice for regional specialties.
Established brewery restaurant in central Gliwice, known for house beers and hearty Polish dishes in a lively historic setting.
Budget-friendly for Poland: hotels, meals, and local transit are generally cheaper than in Kraków or Warsaw.
Service is not always included. Round up or tip 10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small café tips are optional.
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Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe -> Gliwice Rynek
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Gliwice by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gliwice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Gliwice buses use the Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) to Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe station pair, with some services arriving at Gliwice, Pionierow (Dworzec Autobusowy). Use this guide to compare Cologne and Gliwice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and baggage claim area.
Ticket office support is available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2).
Available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Elevators, ramps.
Köln, ZOB is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), McDonald's (0.2 km), Vapiano (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Köln, ZOB.
Available at Köln, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe. ATMs are available at Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe.
Ticket office support is available at Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe.
Available at Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe: Wheelchair accessible entrances.
Gliwice, Pionierow (Dworzec Autobusowy) is 2 km from Gliwice city centre. Public transport options include:
Gliwice, Pionierow (Dworzec Autobusowy) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Gliwice, Pionierow (Dworzec Autobusowy). ATMs are available at Gliwice, Pionierow (Dworzec Autobusowy).
Ticket office support is available at Gliwice, Pionierow (Dworzec Autobusowy).
Available at Gliwice, Pionierow (Dworzec Autobusowy): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gliwice, Pionierow (Dworzec Autobusowy): Ramps for wheelchair access available.
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