The cheapest and fastest trains from Poznań Główny to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Cheapest price
$140
Average price
$150
Fastest journey
8 h 8 m
Average duration
8 h 14 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
696 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poznań Główny to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poznań Główny to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen will cost around $150 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $140.
It's difficult to get from Poznań Główny to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen without transferring at least 2 times.
7:27 AM8h23Poznań Główny3:50 PMCologne/Bonn Flughafen$1401One-way2 transfers
9:27 AM8h28Poznań Główny5:55 PMCologne/Bonn Flughafen$1401One-way2 transfers
10:27 AM8h23Poznań Główny6:50 PMCologne/Bonn Flughafen$1401One-way2 transfers
11:27 AM8h28Poznań Główny7:55 PMCologne/Bonn Flughafen$1401One-way2 transfers
1:27 PM8h28Poznań Główny9:55 PMCologne/Bonn Flughafen$1401One-way2 transfers
7:27 AM8h08Poznań Główny3:35 PMCologne/Bonn Flughafen$1671One-way3 transfers
11:27 AM8h08Poznań Główny7:35 PMCologne/Bonn Flughafen$1671One-way3 transfers
9:27 AM8h09Poznań Główny5:36 PMCologne/Bonn Flughafen$1671One-way3 transfers
7:27 AM8h23Poznań Główny3:50 PMCologne/Bonn Flughafen$1401One-way2 transfers
10:27 AM8h23Poznań Główny6:50 PMCologne/Bonn Flughafen$1401One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Poznań Główny to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Poznań Główny to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, and a flight costs an average of $851.
Distance: 432 miles (696 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$158 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $980 Average price | $149 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 39m Average total duration 9h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 20m Average total duration 13h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration Fastest 5h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Poznań Główny to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen:
A bus is $90 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Poznań Główny to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen costing on average $158 (€129).
A bus is $912 (€743) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Poznań Główny to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen costing on average $980 (€799).
Other travel options to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 9m.
Bus takes on average 13h 50m.
Tickets start at around $158 (€129) compared to roughly $149 (€121) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-9.45 (€-7.70). The journey takes 9h 9m versus 7h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Poznań Główny to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen train times
The table below shows live departures for Poznań Główny to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 430 · ICE 9590 · ICE 726 · S19 | Delayed 1:22 AM 3:22 AMPoznań Główny | 9h00 | 12:22 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
EC 430 · ICE 1548 · 10621 | Delayed 1:22 AM 3:22 AMPoznań Główny | 9h28 | 12:50 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
EC 246 · S15 · ICE 548 · 89726 | On time 9:27 AM Poznań Główny | 8h44 | 6:11 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poznań Główny to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Trains from Poznań Główny to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $114 (€93) but you can travel from only $57 (€47) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 10:27, the last at 14:27. The fastest train covers the 432 miles (696 km) distance in 8h 44m.
Distance 432 miles (696 km) |
Average train duration 9h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $114 (€93) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 44m |
First train 10:27 AM |
Last train 2:27 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: PKP Intercity from Poznań Główny to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen trainsPKP Intercity trains will get you between Poznań Główny and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen from $57 (€47). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Poznań Główny to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poznań Główny to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen 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 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Poznań Główny to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from ul. Dworcowa
- Restauracja Bazar 1838
- Manekin Poznań
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- PLN 2
- Sheraton Poznan Hotel
- Hotel Mercure Poznan Centrum
- IBB Andersia Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, and domestic destinations
- Hall 2: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 18
- Bus: Several lines available
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
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