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POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews
Award-winning museum tracing 1,000 years of Jewish life in Poland through immersive multimedia exhibitions on the former Warsaw Ghetto site.
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
334 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zakopane to Warsaw is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zakopane to Warsaw will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 13 buses that leave Zakopane for Warsaw on Thu, Jun 04, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct buses cover the 334 km distance in an average of 6 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest buses will take 6 h 26 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 Zakopane to Warsaw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $58.
Distance: 207 miles (334 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price | $140 Average price | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Zakopane to Warsaw:
A bus is $56 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zakopane to Warsaw costing on average $81 (€65).
A bus is $116 (€94) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zakopane to Warsaw costing on average $140 (€114).
Other travel options to Warsaw take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 23m.
Bus takes on average 5h 48m.
Tickets start at around $25 (€20) compared to roughly $65 (€52) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $40 (€33). The journey takes 5h 48m versus 4h 47m 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 |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 6h26 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
The table below shows live departures for Zakopane to Warsaw buses for today, Wednesday, June 3. 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 | 3:40 PM Zakopane | 8h30 | 12:10 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Zakopane | 7h50 | 3:05 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Centralny 04 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Zakopane | 7h25 | 2:40 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Zakopane | 8h12 | 3:27 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Zakopane | 7h05 | 2:20 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Zakopane | 8h45 | 6:05 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, June 4 | |||||
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Zakopane | 6h00 | 2:40 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Zakopane | 6h25 | 3:05 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Zakopane | 6h55 | 5:15 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Zakopane | 7h30 | 5:50 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Zakopane | 6h30 | 4:50 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Zakopane | 7h25 | 8:40 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Zakopane | 7h00 | 8:15 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Zakopane to Warsaw run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 207 miles (334 km) distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 207 miles (334 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Award-winning museum tracing 1,000 years of Jewish life in Poland through immersive multimedia exhibitions on the former Warsaw Ghetto site.
One of Warsaw’s most important museums, presenting the 1944 uprising with powerful artifacts, films, and interactive displays.
Major national collection with Polish and European painting, decorative arts, antiquities, and temporary exhibitions.
UNESCO-listed historic center with colorful facades, market square, city walls, and the city’s most atmospheric streets.
Ceremonial historic route linking major palaces, churches, and squares, ideal for a classic first walk through Warsaw.
Warsaw’s most famous park with palaces, peacocks, monuments, and landscaped grounds popular with locals and visitors alike.
Poland’s iconic dumplings, commonly filled with potato and cheese, meat, or seasonal fruit. In Warsaw, they are a staple comfort food served boiled or pan-fried.
A tangy rye sour soup traditionally served with sausage and egg, often in a bread bowl. It is one of the most recognizable Polish soups in Warsaw.
Breaded pork cutlet, usually served with potatoes and cooked cabbage or beetroot. It is a classic Polish home-style main dish popular in Warsaw.
A respected classic restaurant known for refined Polish cuisine, old-world interiors, and specialties such as schabowy, tartare, and seasonal dishes.
A long-running central Warsaw restaurant focused on regional Polish dishes, with a cozy interior and a broad menu of soups, dumplings, and meat dishes.
A well-known casual Polish chain in Warsaw, famous for pierogi, żurek, and other classic comfort dishes in a traditional setting.
Moderate for Europe: public transport and casual meals are good value, while central hotels and upscale dining cost more.
Service is often included only in higher-end places. In restaurants, 10% is appreciated for good service. Round up taxis slightly; tipping in cafés and bars is optional.
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