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POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews
Award-winning museum presenting 1,000 years of Jewish history in Poland through immersive multimedia exhibitions on the former Warsaw Ghetto area.
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ełk to Warsaw Chopin Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ełk to Warsaw Chopin Airport will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 8 buses that leave Ełk for Warsaw Chopin Airport on Sun, Jun 21, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 207 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 17 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ełk to Warsaw Chopin Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $59.
Distance: 128 miles (207 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Ełk to Warsaw Chopin Airport:
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ełk to Warsaw Chopin Airport costing on average $62 (€51).
Other travel options to Warsaw Chopin Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 31m.
Tickets start at around $18 (€15) compared to roughly $39 (€32) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $21 (€17). The journey takes 3h 31m versus 2h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by PolskiBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:38AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 2h57 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:23PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h17 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:23PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h17 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:23PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 3h52 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
The table below shows live departures for Ełk to Warsaw Chopin Airport buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:23 PM Ełk | 3h17 | 6:40 PM Warsaw Chopin Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
FlixBus | 4:05 AM Elk, Jarosława Dąbrowskiego (Train Station) | 3h15 | 7:20 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 AM Elk, Jarosława Dąbrowskiego (Train Station) | 2h50 | 6:55 AM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 AM Elk, Jarosława Dąbrowskiego (Train Station) | 3h50 | 7:55 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:38 AM Elk, Jarosława Dąbrowskiego (Train Station) | 2h57 | 12:35 PM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:38 AM Elk, Jarosława Dąbrowskiego (Train Station) | 3h17 | 12:55 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:23 PM Elk, Jarosława Dąbrowskiego (Train Station) | 3h17 | 7:40 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:23 PM Elk, Jarosława Dąbrowskiego (Train Station) | 3h52 | 8:15 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:23 PM Elk, Jarosława Dąbrowskiego (Train Station) | 2h57 | 7:20 PM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ełk to Warsaw Chopin Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 14:23, the last at 15:23. The fastest bus covers the 128 miles (207 km) distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 128 miles (207 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 3h 17m |
First bus 2:23 PM |
Last bus 3:23 PM |
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Award-winning museum presenting 1,000 years of Jewish history in Poland through immersive multimedia exhibitions on the former Warsaw Ghetto area.
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Prestigious historic avenue connecting major churches, palaces, university buildings, and classic city walks.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ełk to Warsaw Chopin Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Warsaw Chopin Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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