Cologne to Warsaw: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cologne from Warsaw?

The distance from Cologne to Warsaw is 608.9 miles (979.9 km) as the crow flies. Warsaw is located ENE of Cologne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 691.3 miles, taking about 10h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Cologne is in Germany, while Warsaw is in Poland.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cologne and Warsaw. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.