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National Museum in Poznań
Major art museum with Polish and European painting, decorative arts, and important temporary exhibitions in the city center.
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Łódź to Poznan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Łódź to Poznan will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 4 buses that leave Łódź for Poznan on Mon, May 25, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct buses cover the 188 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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 Łódź to Poznan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $55.
Distance: 116 miles (188 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Łódź to Poznan:
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Łódź to Poznan costing on average $59 (€48).
Other travel options to Poznan take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 0m.
Tickets start at around $15 (€12) compared to roughly $57 (€46) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $42 (€34). The journey takes 3h 0m versus 2h 32m 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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
The table below shows live departures for Łódź to Poznan buses for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 6:05 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 2h50 | 8:55 AM Poznań, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 2h40 | 11:00 AM Poznań, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 2h45 | 11:55 AM Poznań, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 2h55 | 11:10 PM Poznań, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Łódź to Poznan run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 116 miles (188 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 116 miles (188 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Poznań — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Poznań trip today.
Major art museum with Polish and European painting, decorative arts, and important temporary exhibitions in the city center.
Modern heritage interpretation center explaining the history of Cathedral Island through multimedia exhibitions and architecture.
Branch of the National Museum inside the Royal Castle, showing furniture, fashion, silver, and decorative design across centuries.
The city’s iconic central square, lined with colorful merchant houses, museums, and lively public space for walking and photos.
Cathedral Island, the oldest part of Poznań, valued for early Polish history, calm streets, and riverside atmosphere.
Poznań’s largest park, combining greenery, memorials, sculpture, and fortress remains popular for long walks and viewpoints.
Poznań’s signature St. Martin’s croissant, filled with white poppy seeds, nuts, raisins, and candied peel. It is the city’s most famous protected regional pastry.
A classic Greater Poland dish of boiled potatoes served with gzik, a creamy cottage cheese mixture with cream, onion, and herbs. Simple, local, and strongly tied to Poznań.
Roast duck in the Poznań style, usually served with red cabbage and potato dumplings. It is a traditional Sunday and festive meal in the region.
Recognized restaurant specializing in Greater Poland cuisine, including regional soups, duck, potatoes, and local classics. A focused choice for authentic Poznań food.
Established restaurant on the Old Market Square serving refined Polish and regional cuisine in a historic setting. A strong choice for traditional Poznań dishes with a more elegant atmosphere.
Well-known Polish restaurant with rustic interiors and generous portions of classic national and regional dishes. Good for a casual meal focused on traditional flavors.
Poznan is affordable by European city standards, with low public transport and casual dining costs; hotels rise during major fairs and events.
About 10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxis. Small tips are appreciated in cafes and bars but not required. Hand the tip directly or confirm the total before card payment.
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