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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. One of Warsaw’s most important cultural institutions.
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Białystok to Warsaw is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Białystok to Warsaw will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 14 trains that leave Białystok for Warsaw on Sun, Jun 21, 14 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 trains cover the 176 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 48 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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IC 1624
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IC 5620Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Białystok to Warsaw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $45.
Distance: 109 miles (176 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$48 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Białystok to Warsaw:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Białystok to Warsaw costing on average $48 (€39).
Other travel options to Warsaw take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 29m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (2h 0m by train vs 2h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $48 (€39) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Białystok to Warsaw trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 141 | 5:33 PM Białystok station | 1h30 | 7:03 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5322 | 6:15 PM Białystok station | 1h48 | 8:03 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1102 | 7:33 PM Białystok station | 1h30 | 9:03 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1100 | 8:15 PM Białystok station | 1h52 | 10:07 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
IC 1420 | 5:15 AM Białystok station | 1h48 | 7:03 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1624 | 6:15 AM Białystok station | 1h48 | 8:03 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1812 | 7:33 AM Białystok station | 1h30 | 9:03 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5620 | 8:15 AM Białystok station | 1h48 | 10:03 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1422 | 9:15 AM Białystok station | 1h48 | 11:03 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1626 | 10:15 AM Białystok station | 1h48 | 12:03 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 145 | 11:33 AM Białystok station | 1h30 | 1:03 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1628 | 12:15 PM Białystok station | 1h48 | 2:03 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1630 | 2:15 PM Białystok station | 1h48 | 4:03 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1632 | 4:15 PM Białystok station | 1h48 | 6:03 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Białystok to Warsaw run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 109 miles (176 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 109 miles (176 km) |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 5:14 AM |
Last train 10:20 PM |
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Award-winning museum presenting 1,000 years of Jewish history in Poland through immersive multimedia exhibitions. One of Warsaw’s most important cultural institutions.
A powerful museum documenting the 1944 Warsaw Uprising with interactive displays, personal testimonies, and historical artifacts. Essential for understanding the city’s identity.
Major national collection featuring Polish and European painting, decorative arts, ancient art, and temporary exhibitions. A strong choice for both classic and modern art lovers.
Historic heart of the city, rebuilt after World War II and filled with colorful townhouses, squares, churches, and atmospheric streets.
Warsaw’s most famous park, known for palaces, peacocks, lakeside walks, and the Chopin Monument concert setting.
Prestigious historic avenue on the Royal Route lined with churches, palaces, monuments, and elegant facades.
Poland’s iconic dumplings, commonly filled with potato and cheese, meat, cabbage and mushrooms, or seasonal fruit. They are a staple in Warsaw homes and traditional restaurants.
A tangy rye sour soup often served with white sausage and egg, sometimes in a bread bowl. It is one of the most traditional Polish soups and very popular in Warsaw.
Breaded pork cutlet, usually served with potatoes and cabbage salad. This classic comfort dish is one of the best-known everyday meals in Poland.
A respected traditional restaurant known for hearty Polish cuisine, old-fashioned interiors, and strong service. Popular for celebratory meals and classic recipes.
A long-running favorite near the Old Town for traditional Polish dishes, including soups, dumplings, and regional specialties, in a rustic setting.
A well-known Warsaw chain specializing in traditional Polish food, especially pierogi, soups, and classic comfort dishes, with a cozy old-town atmosphere.
Moderate by European capital standards: dining and transport are good value, while central hotels cost more.
Service is often included only in some places. Tip 10% in restaurants for good service, round up taxis, and small tips are optional in cafes and bars.
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