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POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews
Award-winning museum on the history of Polish Jews, with a superb core exhibition in a landmark contemporary building.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€48
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€48
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 34 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 45 m
Trains on Sep 20
16
Distance
226 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bydgoszcz to Warsaw is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bydgoszcz to Warsaw will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 16 trains from Bydgoszcz to Warsaw, including 11 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 226 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 2 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 5338
IC 5220
IC 5420 · IC 7200
IC 5130
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IC 5338
IC 5220
IC 5226
IC 5224Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bydgoszcz to Warsaw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €20 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, while a flight costs an average of €80.
Distance: 140 miles (226 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€46 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest | €80 Average price | €38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg 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 Bydgoszcz to Warsaw:
A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bydgoszcz to Warsaw costing on average €46.
A bus is €60 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bydgoszcz to Warsaw costing on average €80.
Other travel options to Warsaw take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 58m.
Bus takes on average 5h 21m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (2h 58m by train vs 3h 13m by car). Tickets start at around €46 compared to roughly €38 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 Bydgoszcz to Warsaw trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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R 51216 · IC 8202 | 1:05 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 3h23 | 4:28 PM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
IC 5338 | 2:37 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 2h51 | 5:28 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5220 | 4:40 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 2h48 | 7:28 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5420 · IC 7200 | 4:59 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 3h29 | 8:28 PM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
IC 8130 | 6:38 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 2h50 | 9:28 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5128 · IC 8110 | 6:52 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 3h36 | 10:28 PM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
IC 5226 | 4:41 AM Bydgoszcz Główna | 2h47 | 7:28 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5130 | 6:20 AM Bydgoszcz Główna | 2h34 | 8:54 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 8336 | 6:38 AM Bydgoszcz Główna | 2h50 | 9:28 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5224 | 8:40 AM Bydgoszcz Główna | 2h48 | 11:28 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5422 · IC 7204 | 9:04 AM Bydgoszcz Główna | 3h24 | 12:28 PM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
IC 8334 | 10:38 AM Bydgoszcz Główna | 2h50 | 1:28 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5222 | 12:45 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 2h51 | 3:36 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bydgoszcz to Warsaw run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €44 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:28, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 140 miles (226 km) distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 140 miles (226 km) |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €44 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 1:28 AM |
Last train 10:55 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 on the history of Polish Jews, with a superb core exhibition in a landmark contemporary building.
Immersive museum on the 1944 uprising, using artifacts and multimedia to explain one of Warsaw’s defining events.
Major national art museum with Polish and European works, strong historical collections, and changing exhibitions.
Warsaw’s UNESCO-listed historic core, rebuilt after World War II. Best for atmosphere, architecture, and essential sightseeing.
Ceremonial route linking royal landmarks, churches, and palaces. A classic walk through the city’s historic heart.
Major urban park with woodland paths, ponds, and the Chopin Monument. A favorite for strolling and seasonal concerts.
Hearty rye soup with fermented starter, sausage and egg, often served in a bread bowl. A classic Polish comfort dish strongly associated with home cooking.
Polish dumplings with fillings such as potato and cheese, meat, or seasonal fruit. The ruskie version is a beloved staple in Warsaw milk bars and homes.
Slow-cooked hunter’s stew of sauerkraut, cabbage and mixed meats. Deeply traditional and especially popular in colder months and festive meals.
Elegant fine dining restaurant by chef Marcin Przybysz with creative Polish cuisine and polished service in a refined modern setting.
Long-established restaurant specializing in Polish game, duck and old-style recipes. Cozy interiors and a strong reputation for traditional cooking.
Historic, no-frills milk bar known for classic Polish comfort food such as pierogi, schabowy and soups at budget-friendly prices.
Moderate for Europe: hotels and dining are cheaper than in Western capitals, and public transport is low-cost for tourists.
Service is not always included. Tip 10% in restaurants for good service, round up for taxis, and small change is optional in cafes.
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Warszawa Centralna -> Świętokrzyska, Warsaw
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bydgoszcz to Warsaw by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Warsaw, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bydgoszcz to Warsaw trains use the Bydgoszcz Główna to Warszawa Centralna station pair, with some services arriving at Warszawa Zachodnia. Use this guide to compare Bydgoszcz and Warsaw train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bydgoszcz Główna is 1 km from Bydgoszcz city centre. Public transport options include:
Bydgoszcz Główna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Karczma Młyńska, Restauracja Weranda
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bydgoszcz Główna. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bydgoszcz Główna. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bydgoszcz Główna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bydgoszcz Główna: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bydgoszcz Główna: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Bydgoszcz Sepia, Holiday Inn Bydgoszcz, Focus Hotel Premium Pod Orłem.
Warszawa Centralna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Strefa Centralna, Restauracja Halka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Centralna. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Centralna. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Centralna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Centralna: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Centralna: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warsaw Marriott Hotel, InterContinental Warsaw, Novotel Warszawa Centrum.
Warszawa Zachodnia is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa Zachodnia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Warszawski Lukier, Bistro Trojka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel, Campanile Varsovie, Golden Tulip Warsaw Centre.
Warszawa Gdańska is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa Gdańska has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restauracja Polska Różana, Kawiarnia Kafka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Gdańska. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Gdańska. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Gdańska: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Gdańska: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Gdańska: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Warszawa Stare Miasto, Hotel Hetman, Hotel Maria.
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