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Travelling from Krakow Central to Cologne (Germany) by train
Looking to travel from Krakow Central to Cologne (Germany) by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 16 hours 33 minutes to travel from Krakow Central to Cologne (Germany) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 13 hours 20 minutes though. You'll usually find 7 trains per day running along the 573 miles (922 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Cologne (Germany), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Krakow Central to Cologne (Germany) start from £42.03 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Cologne (Germany) by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
Krakow Central to Cologne (Germany) by train
It takes an average of 16h 33m to travel from Krakow Central to Cologne (Germany) by train, over a distance of around 573 miles (922 km). There are normally 7 trains per day travelling from Krakow Central to Cologne (Germany) and tickets for this journey start from £42.03 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:33 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:13 | |
| Departure station | Krakow Central | |
| Arrival station | Cologne (Germany) | |
| Journey time | From 13h 20m | |
| Distance | 573 miles (922 km) | |
| Frequency | 7 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £42.03 | |
| Train and bus operators | Sindbad, Flixbus |
FAQs about the train journey from Krakow Central to Cologne (Germany)
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Cheap train tickets from Krakow Central to Cologne (Germany)
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Krakow Central to Cologne (Germany) by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.