What is the cheapest way to get from Wrocław to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Wrocław to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €40 and takes 9h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wrocław to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Wrocław to Cologne is to fly and train which takes 5h 44m and costs €120 - €320.

Is there a direct bus between Wrocław and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wrocław and arriving at Köln. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Wrocław and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Wrocław to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Wroclaw Glowny and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Leipzig Hbf, Erfurt Hbf and Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

How far is it from Wrocław to Cologne?

The distance between Wrocław and Cologne is 901 km. The road distance is 829 km.

How do I travel from Wrocław to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Wrocław to Cologne without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 8h 43m and costs €130 - €290.

How long does it take to get from Wrocław to Cologne?

It takes approximately 8h 43m to get from Wrocław to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wrocław to Cologne bus from?

Wrocław to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Wroclaw, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wrocław to Cologne train from?

Wrocław to Cologne train services, operated by PKP Intercity, depart from Wroclaw Glowny station.

Train, bus or fly from Wrocław to Cologne?

The best way to get from Wrocław to Cologne is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 8h 43m and costs €130 - €290. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €80 - €300 and takes 6h 42m, you could also bus via Bergisch Gladbach Bensberg, which costs €70 - €110 and takes 13h 13m.

Where does the Wrocław to Cologne bus arrive?

Wrocław to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bensberg bus station.

Where does the Wrocław to Cologne train arrive?

Wrocław to Cologne train services, operated by PKP Intercity, arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.

Can I drive from Wrocław to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Wrocław to Cologne is 829 km. It takes approximately 7h 12m to drive from Wrocław to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Wrocław to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Can I share a ride from Wrocław to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Wrocław and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 12 ways to get from Wrocław to Cologne by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Wroclaw Glowny to Leipzig Hbftrain Ic
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain 28 / ...
3. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurttrain 12 / ...
4. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
8h 43m
€135–282
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Wroclaw to Colognerideshare 830 km
9h 49m
€40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wroclaw Glowny to Forst(Lausitz)train Rb
2. Take the bus from Forst to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
10h 53m
Drive 829 km
1. Drive from Wrocław to Colognecar 829 km
7h 12m
€122–176
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Wroclaw (WRO) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane WRO - CGN
6h 42m
€80–298
Train
1. Take the train from Wroclaw Glowny to Leipzig Hbftrain Ic
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 51 / ...
10h 15m
€139–292
Bus via Bergisch Gladbach Bensberg
1. Take the bus from Wroclaw, Bus Station to Bensberg bus stationbus N20
13h 13m
€70–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wrocław to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
24h 11m
€170–190
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Wroclaw (WRO) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane WRO - DUS
6h 38m
€109–270
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Wroclaw (WRO) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane WRO - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 44m
€127–311
Fly to Dortmund Airport, train
1. Fly from Wroclaw (WRO) to Dortmund Airport (DTM)plane WRO - DTM
2. Take the train from Holzwickede to Koeln Hbftrain
6h 8m
Fly to Eindhoven Airport, train
1. Fly from Wroclaw (WRO) to Eindhoven Airport (EIN)plane WRO - EIN
2. Take the train from Eindhoven Centraal to Venlotrain
3. Take the train from Venlo to Köln Hbftrain
7h 45m
€84–416

Wrocław to Cologne by train

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Distance: 901.4 km
Duration: 8h 43m

What companies run services between Wrocław, Poland and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Wroclaw Glowny to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Leipzig Hbf, Erfurt Hbf, and Frankfurt in around 8h 43m. Alternatively, Lufthansa, Ryanair, and two other airlines fly from Wroclaw (WRO) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) 3 times a day.

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