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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Gdańsk
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
$134
Average price
$164
Fastest journey
10 h 42 m
Average duration
11 h 12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
875 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Gdańsk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Gdańsk will cost around $164 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $134.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Cologne for Gdańsk every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 875 km distance in an average of 11 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 h 47 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.
08:19AM11h27
Cologne07:46PMGdańsk
$1341One-way
0 changes
09:45AM11h47
Cologne09:32PMGdańsk
$1471One-way
0 changes
07:45AM12h01
Cologne07:46PMGdańsk
$1711One-way
0 changes
09:55AM16h56
Cologne02:51AMGdańsk
$1831One-way
0 changes
05:26PM16h06
Cologne09:32AMGdańsk
$1831One-way
0 changes
10:45AM10h42
Cologne09:27PMGdańsk
$1831One-way
0 changes
06:45AM10h47
Cologne05:32PMGdańsk
$1831One-way
0 changes
10:17AM11h15
Cologne09:32PMGdańsk
$2671One-way
0 changes
08:19AM11h27
Cologne07:46PMGdańsk
$1341One-way
0 changes
09:45AM11h47
Cologne09:32PMGdańsk
$1471One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Cologne to Gdańsk
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Gdańsk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $53, and a flight costs an average of $178.
Distance: 875 km
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Live departures
Cologne to Gdańsk train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, 5 November
Last updated at 1:27 am
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 545 · EC 49 · IC 262 | On time 7:25 am Cologne Hbf | 11h02 | 6:27 pm Gdańsk Główny | 2 changes | |
| ICE 847 · EC 231 | On time 8:26 am Cologne Hbf | 10h57 | 7:23 pm Gdańsk Główny | 1 change | |
| ICE 759 · EC 249 · IC 260 | On time 10:37 am Cologne Hbf | 11h50 | 10:27 pm Gdańsk Główny | 2 changes | |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Cologne to Gdańsk?
The best time to book your train from Cologne to Gdańsk is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Cologne to Gdańsk route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Cologne to Gdańsk per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Cologne to Gdańsk.
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Overview: Train from Cologne to Gdańsk
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Poland
Trains from Cologne to Gdańsk run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 but you can travel from only $53 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $53
Distance 875 km |
Average train duration 12h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 10h 38m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:50 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $53
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Gdańsk trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne and Gdańsk from $53. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 38m
Cheapest Price
$65
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Cologne to Gdańsk train
FAQs: Travel by train from Cologne to Gdańsk easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne to Gdańsk.
Cheap train tickets from Cologne to Gdańsk can start from as little as $57 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cologne to Gdańsk is $128; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Cologne to Gdańsk train time is 10 h 38 min covering the 874 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Cologne to Gdańsk leaves at 12: 02am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Cologne to Gdańsk leaves at 11: 58pm.
There are 6 trains a day from Cologne to Gdańsk which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Cologne to Gdańsk train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Cologne and Gdańsk to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month for a train from Cologne to Gdańsk is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Gdańsk from Cologne including taking a coach, flight or train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Gdańsk
Cologne
Gdańsk
The major train station for departures in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your trip from Cologne to Gdańsk.
Köln Hbf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Köln-Ehrenfeld
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato
- Burger King
- Café Franck
- Eichendorf
Hotel
- Kölnotel
- Black Hotels
Köln/Bonn Flughafen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
Köln Süd
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Subway
- Ganesha
- Magnus
- Borsalino
Hotel
- Hotel Chelsea
- Hotel Mado
- Elite Hotel
- Blacksheep Hostel
Köln-Chorweiler
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
10 kmDining
- Weiler Kebap
- Başak Grill
- Le'zzet
- Seniorencafé Treffpunkt
Hotel
- Haus Wester
Köln Messe/Deutz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
Hotel
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
Köln, Porz Bf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskThe major train station for arrivals in Gdańsk is Gdańsk Główny. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gdańsk Główny for your journey to Gdańsk from Cologne.
Gdańsk Główny
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
9Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Podwale Grodzkie.
Dining
- Pierogarnia Mandu Centrum
- Restauracja Gvara
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- PLN 2
Hotel
- Hotel Mercure Gdańsk Stare Miasto
- Scandic Gdańsk
- Hotel Wolne Miasto
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Hall 3: shops and restaurants
Public transport options for Gdańsk Główny
- Tram: Line 2, Line 3, Line 6, Line 9, Line 11, Line 12
- Bus: Several lines available
Gdańsk Oliwa
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
8 kmNumber of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available near the station with several parking lots in the vicinity.
Dining
- Pierogarnia Mandu Gdańsk Oliwa
- Restauracja Oliwa do Ognia
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- PLN 2
Hotel
- Hampton by Hilton Gdansk Oliwa
- Hotel Oliwski
- Dwór Oliwski City Hotel & SPA
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional and SKM trains
Public transport options for Gdańsk Oliwa
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- SKM: Szybka Kolej Miejska
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
4 kmNumber of platforms
5Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 3 Grunwaldzka Avenue.
Dining
- Pobitegary
- Avocado Vegan Bistro
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Restrooms.
WC
- PLN 2
Hotel
- Hotel Szydlowski
- Villa Vrest
- Smart Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and SKM trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Gdańsk Wrzeszcz
- Tram: Line 5, Line 6, Line 9, Line 11, Line 12
- Bus: Several lines available
- SKM: Szybka Kolej Miejska
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