The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Warsaw Central
Cheapest price
$110
Average price
$130
Fastest journey
10 h 14 m
Average duration
10 h 37 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
979 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Warsaw Central is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Warsaw Central will cost around $130 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $110.
Of the 5 trains that leave Cologne Hbf for Warsaw Central on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 979 km distance in an average of 10 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 14 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 11 h 14 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Cologne Hbf to Warsaw Central
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Warsaw Central among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €54, and a flight costs an average of €131.
Distance: 608 miles (979 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€106 Average price | €71 Average price Cheapest | €326 Average price |
10h 46m Average total duration 10h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 58m Average total duration 20h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Warsaw Central train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Warsaw Central trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 10h49 | 7:00 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 10h49 | 9:00 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:55 AM Cologne Hbf | 19h22 | 7:17 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 14h19 | 4:30 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
![]() | 2:24 AM Cologne Hbf | 10h36 | 1:00 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Cologne Hbf to Warsaw Central by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Warsaw Central
Distance 608 miles (979 km) |
Average train duration 10h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 10h 14m |
First train 02:24 |
Last train 22:12 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Cologne Hbf to Warsaw Central start from as low as $49 (€40) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $129 (€106) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne Hbf to Warsaw Central trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Warsaw Central from $49 (€40). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Hbf to Warsaw Central

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne Hbf to Warsaw Central
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Al. Jerozolimskie.
- Strefa Centralna
- Restauracja Halka
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Warsaw Marriott Hotel
- InterContinental Warsaw
- Novotel Warszawa Centrum
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for long-distance and international trains
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional and suburban trains
- Metro: Line M2
- Tram: Lines 7, 9, 22, 24, 25
- Bus: Several lines available
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