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Kulturhistorisches Museum Görlitz
Main regional museum in a splendid Renaissance house. Exhibits trace Upper Lusatian history and make an ideal introduction to Görlitz.
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$145
Fastest journey
7 h 19 m
Average duration
8 h 3 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
562 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Görlitz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Görlitz will cost around $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 4 trains that leave Cologne for Görlitz on Thu, Aug 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 562 km distance in an average of 8 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 19 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 8 h 42 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.








Trains from Cologne to Görlitz run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:44, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 349 miles (562 km) distance in 7h 19m.
Distance 349 miles (562 km) |
Average train duration 7h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 7h 19m |
First train 3:44 AM |
Last train 11:18 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Görlitz trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 555 · RJ 383+ 76525 | On time 8:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 7h49 | 4:33 PM Görlitz station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 529 · ICE 2592 · IC 2443+ 76525 | On time 8:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 7h48 | 4:33 PM Görlitz station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 121 · ICE 1559+ 76527 | On time 9:18 AM Cologne Hbf | 8h09 | 5:27 PM Görlitz station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 857 · 3120 · 68825 | On time 9:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 7h49 | 5:14 PM Görlitz station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 847 · 21889 · IC 2179+ 26907 | On time 9:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 8h23 | 5:48 PM Görlitz station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 621 · ICE 1559+ 76527 | On time 9:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 7h42 | 5:27 PM Görlitz station | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Main regional museum in a splendid Renaissance house. Exhibits trace Upper Lusatian history and make an ideal introduction to Görlitz.
Popular natural history museum known for detailed specimens and a notable giraffe display. Excellent for families and curious adults.
Baroque hall presenting scientific instruments and historic collections. It combines architecture, scholarship, and a cabinet-of-curiosities feel.
The best-known square in Görlitz, lined with richly preserved townhouses and arcades. Essential for understanding the city’s old merchant core.
Broad historic square with towers, civic buildings, and markets. A lively place to feel both the medieval and later city layers.
Picturesque old-town lane of merchants’ houses leading toward the Neisse. Ideal for architecture lovers and atmospheric strolling.
Silesian potato dumplings with a soft texture, often served with roast and rich gravy. A classic Upper Lusatian and Silesian comfort food common in Görlitz.
Rolled beef stuffed with bacon, onion and pickles, then braised. A festive Silesian dish found in traditional restaurants around Görlitz.
Pickled herring salad with apple, onion and cream. Popular across eastern Germany and Silesia, especially as a hearty cold dish.
Elegant restaurant in a historic setting, known for refined regional German cuisine and a polished atmosphere suited to a special dinner.
Well-known traditional venue serving hearty German and Silesian dishes with local character in Görlitz Old Town.
Established restaurant focused on regional cuisine and seasonal ingredients, with a cozy historic ambiance near the old center.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and meals are often cheaper than Berlin or Munich, while local transit and basic dining stay reasonably priced for tourists.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common. In cafes and taxis, round up to the nearest euro or add a small tip for good service.
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Görlitz Station -> Marienplatz, Görlitz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Görlitz by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Görlitz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Görlitz trains use the Köln Hbf to Görlitz station pair, with some services arriving at Görlitz-Rauschwalde. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Görlitz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Köln-Chorweiler is 10 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln-Chorweiler has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Weiler Kebap, Başak Grill, Le'zzet, Seniorencafé Treffpunkt
Wi-Fi is available at Köln-Chorweiler. ATMs are available at Köln-Chorweiler.
Ticket office support is available at Köln-Chorweiler. Information desks are available at Köln-Chorweiler.
Luggage storage is available at Köln-Chorweiler. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln-Chorweiler: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln-Chorweiler: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln-Chorweiler.
Nearby hotels include Haus Wester.
Görlitz is 1 km from Görlitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Görlitz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zum gebratenen Storch, La Gondola, Studio G, Kartoffelhaus
Wi-Fi is available at Görlitz. ATMs are available at Görlitz.
Ticket office support is available at Görlitz. Information desks are available at Görlitz.
Luggage storage is available at Görlitz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Görlitz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Görlitz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Görlitz.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa, Best Western Hotel Via Regia, Hotel Bon Apart.
Görlitz-Rauschwalde is 3 km from Görlitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Görlitz-Rauschwalde has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Amadeus Streakhouse, Döner Imbiss, Café II Dreißig
Wi-Fi is available at Görlitz-Rauschwalde. ATMs are available at Görlitz-Rauschwalde.
Ticket office support is available at Görlitz-Rauschwalde. Information desks are available at Görlitz-Rauschwalde.
Luggage storage is available at Görlitz-Rauschwalde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Görlitz-Rauschwalde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Görlitz-Rauschwalde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Görlitz-Rauschwalde.
Görlitz-Weinhübel is 3 km from Görlitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Görlitz-Weinhübel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Restaurant im Rosenhof, Lotus Asia Restaurant, PI
Wi-Fi is available at Görlitz-Weinhübel. ATMs are available at Görlitz-Weinhübel.
Ticket office support is available at Görlitz-Weinhübel. Information desks are available at Görlitz-Weinhübel.
Luggage storage is available at Görlitz-Weinhübel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Görlitz-Weinhübel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Görlitz-Weinhübel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Görlitz-Weinhübel.
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