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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
$128
Average price
$291
Fastest journey
22 h 15 m
Average duration
22 h 50 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
1116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Warsaw is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Warsaw will cost around $291 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $128.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bologna for Warsaw on Tue, Jun 09, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 09 the direct trains cover the 1116 km distance in an average of 22 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 h 15 m .
On Tue, Jun 09 the slowest trains will take 23 h 8 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.






Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Warsaw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $95.
Distance: 693 miles (1116 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$238 Average price | $104 Average price Cheapest | $122 Average price | $347 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 4m Average total duration 18h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 50m Average total duration 22h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Warsaw:
A flight is $18 (€15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna to Warsaw costing on average $122 (€99).
A flight is $134 (€109) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Warsaw costing on average $238 (€194).
Other travel options to Warsaw take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 34m.
Bus takes on average 22h 20m.
Tickets start at around $238 (€194) compared to roughly $347 (€282) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $109 (€89). The journey takes 18h 34m versus 14h 14m 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.
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 Bologna to Warsaw trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:45 AM Bologna | 22h15 | 4:00 AM Warsaw | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:52 AM Bologna | 23h08 | 11:00 AM Warsaw | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:52 PM Bologna | 23h08 | 12:00 PM Warsaw | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bologna to Warsaw run on average 1 times per day, taking around 18h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $95 (€78) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 693 miles (1116 km) distance in 21h 8m.
Distance 693 miles (1116 km) |
Average train duration 18h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€78) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 21h 8m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 10:53 PM |
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Discover the best of Warsaw — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Warsaw trip today.
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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