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Museum of the City of Łódź
Major city-history museum in the Poznański Palace, presenting Łódź’s industrial heritage, interiors, and notable residents.
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 48 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
399 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Prague to Łódź is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Łódź will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 13 buses that leave Prague for Łódź on Mon, Jun 15, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 15 the direct buses cover the 399 km distance in an average of 7 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
On Mon, Jun 15 the slowest buses will take 8 h 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 Prague to Łódź among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 247 miles (399 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price | $111 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 59m Average total duration Fastest 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 24m Average total duration 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Prague to Łódź:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Łódź costing on average $49 (€40).
Other travel options to Łódź take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 54m.
Tickets start at around $33 (€27) compared to roughly $111 (€90) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $78 (€63). The journey takes 7h 29m versus 5h 53m 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, Euroticket, 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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Łódź buses for today, Sunday, June 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 9h25 | 3:20 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 AM Praha, Černý Most | 8h40 | 7:15 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 8h35 | 7:15 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h00 | 7:15 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 AM Praha, Černý Most | 9h50 | 9:25 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:55 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h30 | 9:25 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h00 | 10:40 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:35 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 9h50 | 3:25 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h20 | 3:25 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Praha, Černý Most | 7h55 | 3:25 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h45 | 6:45 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:25 PM Praha, Černý Most | 7h20 | 6:45 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 15 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 AM Praha, Černý Most | 9h05 | 9:25 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Prague to Łódź run on average 14 times per day, taking around 7h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by train.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 247 miles (399 km) distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 247 miles (399 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
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Discover the best of Łódź — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Łódź trip today.
Major city-history museum in the Poznański Palace, presenting Łódź’s industrial heritage, interiors, and notable residents.
Flagship museum of Łódź’s textile industry with historic machinery, fashion exhibitions, and the adjacent open-air architecture park.
Large post-industrial culture complex in a former power plant, known for interactive science and film-related exhibitions.
Łódź’s main boulevard and social heart, lined with historic façades, courtyards, public art, and frequent events.
Atmospheric heritage quarter with workers’ houses, factories, and cobbled lanes, favored for walks and photography.
Trendy creative courtyard complex popular on social media for its industrial atmosphere, street art, and design-focused vibe.
A rustic soup linked strongly with the Łódź region, made with sour rye starter, potatoes, and often mushrooms or sausage. It is one of the city’s best-known traditional dishes.
A traditional regional potato dish from central Poland, made from mashed potatoes with flour and usually served with fried onion, bacon, or sour milk. It is associated with old workers’ and rural food
Dense potato dumplings typical of the Łódź area, prepared from raw and cooked potatoes. They are a classic regional starch dish, often served with meat gravy or cabbage.
An established upscale restaurant in the Manufaktura area, recognized for refined Polish and European cooking and a more elegant dining atmosphere.
A popular modern casual spot in Łódź, known mainly for ramen rather than traditional cuisine, but widely regarded for quality and lively atmosphere.
A well-known traditional Polish restaurant in a rustic setting, popular for soups, dumplings, grilled meats, and regional comfort food.
Prices are low by major EU city standards. Meals, coffee, and local transport are affordable; hotels are usually moderate.
About 10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in cafes and taxis. Tip only if service was satisfactory; service charge is uncommon.
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