Gdansk to Cologne by train

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Overview: trains from Gdansk to Cologne

Find the key information for travelling by train from Gdansk to Cologne, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:01 View journey
Last train 19:24 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 10hr 33m View journey
Distance (km) 874
Trains / day 44 View all
Cheapest journey €75.56 View journey
Avg journey time 12hr 28m
Train operators 18

Gdansk to Cologne train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Gdansk to Cologne by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Gdansk to Cologne take around 10 hours and 33 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 874 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Gdansk is scheduled to depart at around  00:01. The last departure is usually at around 19:24 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Gdansk at around 00:04, with the last train leaving at around 18:22. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 44 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 4 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €75.56.

We think any time is a great time to visit Cologne, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Cologne.

Is there a direct train from Gdansk to Cologne?

The journey between Gdansk and Cologne usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Gdansk to Cologne every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Gdansk to Cologne?

The Gdansk to Cologne train travel takes about 10 hours and 33 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Gdansk to Cologne train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cologne leaving Gdansk at around 00:01 and the last train leaving at around 19:24 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Gdansk at around 00:04, with the final departure at 18:22.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.