The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Warsaw
Cheapest price
72S$
Average price
86S$
Fastest journey
13 h 56 m
Average duration
16 h 10 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
981 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Warsaw is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Warsaw will cost around 86S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 72S$.
Of the 24 buses that leave Cologne for Warsaw every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 981 km distance in an average of 16 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 56 m .
The slowest buses will take 17 h 31 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.
FlixBus9:30 PM17h45Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)3:15 PMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni72 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:30 PM18h20Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)3:50 PMWarszawa, Stadion Narodowy72 S$1One-way0 changes
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FlixTrain4:14 PM16h16Cologne Hbf8:30 AMWarsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy72 S$1One-way2 changes
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FlixTrain4:14 PM13h56Cologne Hbf6:10 AMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni73 S$1One-way1 change
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FlixTrain4:14 PM17h21Cologne Hbf9:35 AMWarszawa, Stadion Narodowy74 S$1One-way2 changes
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FlixTrain4:14 PM13h56Cologne Hbf6:10 AMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni73 S$1One-way1 change
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FlixTrain4:14 PM15h48Cologne Hbf8:02 AMWarszawa, Metro Marymont 1175 S$1One-way1 change
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FlixTrain4:14 PM16h16Cologne Hbf8:30 AMWarsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy72 S$1One-way2 changes
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FlixTrain4:14 PM17h21Cologne Hbf9:35 AMWarszawa, Stadion Narodowy74 S$1One-way2 changes
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FlixTrain8:14 AM17h31Cologne Hbf1:45 AMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni123 S$1One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Warsaw
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Warsaw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 48S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. 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 48S$, and a flight costs an average of 249S$.
Distance: 981 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
74S$ Average Price Cheapest | 153S$ Average Price | 602S$ Average Price |
17h 47m Average total duration 17h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 46m Average total duration 14h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Cologne to Warsaw bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Warsaw coaches for today, Monday, 29 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 13h56 | 6:10 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 15h48 | 8:02 AM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 17h21 | 9:35 AM Warszawa, Stadion Narodowy | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 16h16 | 8:30 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 19h35 | 12:35 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 20h05 | 1:50 PM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 17h40 | 11:25 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 23h10 | 8:10 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 18h20 | 3:50 PM Warszawa, Stadion Narodowy | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 17h45 | 3:15 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 19h00 | 4:30 PM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 22h20 | 9:55 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 19h35 | 9:55 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 19h05 | 9:25 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 19h35 | 3:25 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 19h15 | 3:05 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 20h02 | 3:52 AM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 20h51 | 5:05 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 17h31 | 1:45 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 19h38 | 3:52 AM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 22h50 | 7:25 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 21h55 | 8:30 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 20h40 | 9:35 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 20h15 | 11:10 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Warsaw
Buses from Cologne to Warsaw run on average 31 times per day, taking around 17h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 48S$ if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 981 km distance in 16h 21m.
Distance 981 km |
Average bus duration 17h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price 48S$ |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 16h 21m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ecolines, Sindbad, Infobus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to WarsawYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Warsaw with FlixBus, Ecolines, Sindbad, Infobus, BlaBlaCar for as low as 48S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cologne to Warsaw coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Warsaw by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Warsaw, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Ecolines
- Assistance
- Designated seating
- Assistance with luggage.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Sindbad
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Ecolines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Sindbad
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Ecolines
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Sindbad
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Ecolines
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Sindbad
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ecolines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Sindbad
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require prior arrangement.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Warsaw
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Polska (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Bistro Warszawa (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 127, 158, 517, 523 Train: KM, S1, S2
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Terminal (in the station)
- Bistro Chopin (in the station)
- Pierogi Place (0.5 km).
- Available outside the terminal
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 175, 188, 148 Train: S2, S3
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