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National Museum in Poznań
Major art museum with Polish and European painting, including well-known works and strong permanent collections.
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
3 h 44 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
239 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Poznan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Poznan will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
It's difficult to get from Berlin to Poznan without transferring at least 2 times.
5189 · R 87530 · TLK 83106
5173 · R 88364 · IC 8650
5163 · R 88356 · IC 8112
5155 · R 88348 · IC 146
5167 · R 88360 · EIC 8154
5155 · R 88348 · IC 146
5173 · R 88364 · IC 8650
5163 · R 88356 · IC 8112
5167 · R 88360 · EIC 8154
5157 · R 87502 · EC 45Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Poznan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 20m. 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 $19, and a flight costs an average of $224.
Distance: 148 miles (239 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$60 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $421 Average price | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 43m Average total duration 7h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Berlin to Poznan:
A bus is $30 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Poznan costing on average $60 (€49).
A bus is $392 (€321) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Poznan costing on average $421 (€346).
Other travel options to Poznan take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 51m.
Flight takes on average 7h 43m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Poznan trains for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S7 · 33773 · EC 55 · EC 249 | On time 3:35 PM Berlin Alexanderplatz | 4h58 | 8:33 PM Poznań Główny | 3 transfers | |
33773 · EC 247 · EC 249 | On time 3:45 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 4h48 | 8:33 PM Poznań Główny | 2 transfers | |
33773 · EC 247 | On time 3:50 PM Ostkreuz | 2h43 | 6:33 PM Poznań Główny | 1 transfer | |
33775 · EC 55 · EC 249 | On time 4:45 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 3h48 | 8:33 PM Poznań Główny | 2 transfers | |
EC 249 | On time 5:44 PM Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station | 2h49 | 8:33 PM Poznań Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
33777 · EC 249 | On time 5:51 PM Ostkreuz | 2h42 | 8:33 PM Poznań Główny | 1 transfer | |
33779 · 5395 · R 77218 · R 70406 | 6:50 PM Ostkreuz | 3h54 | 10:44 PM Poznań Główny | 3 transfers | |
S3 · 33783 · EC 431 | On time 8:26 PM Berlin Hbf | 3h56 | 12:22 AM Poznań Główny | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, July 11 | |||||
S5 · 5189 · R 87600 · EC 41 | On time 12:12 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 8h21 | 8:33 AM Poznań Główny | 3 transfers | |
S5 · 5189 · R 87600 · EC 45 | On time 12:12 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 12h21 | 12:33 PM Poznań Główny | 3 transfers | |
S5 · 5189 · R 87600 · EC 43 | On time 12:12 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 10h21 | 10:33 AM Poznań Główny | 3 transfers | |
5189 · R 87530 · TLK 83106 | 12:38 AM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 7h46 | 8:24 AM Poznań Główny | 2 transfers | |
5153 · IC 8314 · EC 43 | On time 6:38 AM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 3h55 | 10:33 AM Poznań Główny | 2 transfers | |
5155 · R 88348 · IC 146 | 7:38 AM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 3h44 | 11:22 AM Poznań Główny | 2 transfers | |
S5 · 5157 · R 87502 · EC 49 | On time 8:22 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 8h11 | 4:33 PM Poznań Główny | 3 transfers | |
S5 · 5157 · R 87502 · EC 45 | On time 8:22 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 4h11 | 12:33 PM Poznań Główny | 3 transfers | |
S5 · 5157 · R 87502 · EC 47 | On time 8:22 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 6h11 | 2:33 PM Poznań Główny | 3 transfers | |
5157 · R 87502 · EC 45 | On time 8:38 AM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 3h55 | 12:33 PM Poznań Główny | 2 transfers | |
S5 · 5159 · IC 8308 · R 77210 | 9:22 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 6h50 | 4:12 PM Poznań Główny | 4 transfers | |
S5 · 5159 · IC 8308 · EC 49 | On time 9:22 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 7h11 | 4:33 PM Poznań Główny | 3 transfers | |
S5 · 5159 · IC 8308 · EC 47 | On time 9:22 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 5h11 | 2:33 PM Poznań Główny | 3 transfers | |
75811 · 61355 · 5387 · EC 47 | On time 9:56 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 4h37 | 2:33 PM Poznań Główny | 3 transfers | |
75811 · 61355 · 5387 · EC 49 | On time 9:56 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 6h37 | 4:33 PM Poznań Główny | 3 transfers | |
75811 · 61355 · 5387 · R 77210 | 9:56 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 6h16 | 4:12 PM Poznań Główny | 4 transfers | |
S5 · 5161 · R 87604 · R 77210 | 10:22 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 5h50 | 4:12 PM Poznań Główny | 4 transfers | |
S5 · 5161 · R 87604 · EC 47 | On time 10:22 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 4h11 | 2:33 PM Poznań Główny | 3 transfers | |
S5 · 5161 · R 87604 · EC 49 | On time 10:22 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 6h11 | 4:33 PM Poznań Główny | 3 transfers | |
5161 · R 87604 · EC 47 | On time 10:38 AM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 3h55 | 2:33 PM Poznań Główny | 2 transfers | |
5163 · R 88356 · IC 8112 | 11:38 AM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 3h46 | 3:24 PM Poznań Główny | 2 transfers | |
5167 · R 88360 · EIC 8154 | 1:38 PM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 3h50 | 5:28 PM Poznań Główny | 2 transfers | |
5169 · R 87606 · EC 247 | On time 2:38 PM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 3h55 | 6:33 PM Poznań Główny | 2 transfers | |
5169 · R 87532 | 2:38 PM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 4h24 | 7:02 PM Poznań Główny | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Berlin to Poznan run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 148 miles (239 km) distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 148 miles (239 km) |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 10:38 PM |
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Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Poznan — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Poznan trip today.
Major art museum with Polish and European painting, including well-known works and strong permanent collections.
Modern interactive heritage center explaining the origins of the Polish state and the history of Cathedral Island.
Decorative arts museum inside the Royal Castle, with historic interiors and a tower viewpoint over the Old Town.
Cathedral Island and one of the oldest parts of Poland, ideal for history-focused walks.
The atmospheric Old Town zone around the market square, best for architecture, strolling, and people-watching.
Trendy historic district with restored townhouses, street art, and easy access to Cathedral Island.
Poznań’s signature St. Martin’s croissant, filled with white poppy seeds, nuts, raisins, and candied peel. It is the city’s most iconic certified regional pastry.
A classic Greater Poland dish of boiled potatoes served with gzika, a creamy quark mixture with onion, cream, and herbs. It is simple, local, and strongly associated with Poznań.
Roast duck prepared in the Poznań style, usually served with red cabbage and potato dumplings. It is a traditional festive meal in the region.
A casual local favorite focused on potato-based Poznań dishes, especially pyry z gzikiem, with affordable prices and a simple atmosphere.
An established Old Market Square restaurant known for refined Polish cuisine and regional specialties in a historic setting.
A well-known traditional Polish restaurant serving hearty regional classics in a rustic, folk-inspired atmosphere near the center.
Affordable by European city standards. Dining, coffee, and local transport are good value; central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is often included only for groups. Tip about 10% in restaurants for good service, round up taxis, and small tips are optional in cafes.
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Poznań Główny, Poznan -> Stary Rynek, Poznan
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