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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
$50
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 21 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
519 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Warsaw is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Warsaw will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
It's difficult to get from Dresden to Warsaw without transferring at least once.
IC 2274 · EC 43
RJ 478 · EC 41
IC 2178 · EC 49
IC 2176 · EC 247
IC 2174 · EC 249
RJ 382 · EC 231 · EIC 8104
IC 2274 · EC 43
IC 2178 · EC 49
IC 2176 · EC 247
IC 2174 · EC 249Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Warsaw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $171.
Distance: 322 miles (519 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$115 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $589 Average price | $114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 7m Average total duration Fastest 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 27m Average total duration 9h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 15m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg 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 Dresden to Warsaw:
A bus is $65 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Warsaw costing on average $115 (€93).
A bus is $539 (€436) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Warsaw costing on average $589 (€476).
Other travel options to Warsaw take longer:
Flight takes on average 8h 15m.
Bus takes on average 9h 57m.
Tickets start at around $115 (€93) compared to roughly $114 (€92) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-0.11 (€-0.09). The journey takes 7h 37m versus 6h 24m 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 Dresden to Warsaw trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 478 · EC 41 | On time 2:53 AM Dresden Hbf | 8h07 | 11:00 AM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
KD 5301+ IC 6144+ 76501 | Delayed 3:39 AM 3:56 AMDresden Hbf | 8h48 | 12:44 PM Warsaw Central | 2 transfers | |
IC 2274 · EC 43 | On time 5:35 AM Dresden Hbf | 7h25 | 1:00 PM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
5673+ KD 66152+ IC 6142 | 6:24 AM Dresden Hbf | 8h16 | 2:40 PM Warsaw Central | 2 transfers | |
5673+ KD 66152+ IC 3804 · IC 146 | 6:24 AM Dresden Hbf | 8h04 | 2:28 PM Warsaw Central | 3 transfers | |
5793+ KD 66156+ EIC 6102 | 8:23 AM Dresden Hbf | 7h54 | 4:17 PM Warsaw Central | 2 transfers | |
RJ 384 · EC 47 | On time 8:53 AM Dresden Hbf | 8h07 | 5:00 PM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
S1 · IC 2270 · EC 47 | On time 9:30 AM Dresden Hbf | 7h30 | 5:00 PM Warsaw Central | 2 transfers | |
5675+ KD 66158+ IC 6138 | 10:23 AM Dresden Hbf | 8h17 | 6:40 PM Warsaw Central | 2 transfers | |
5675+ KD 66158+ IC 3810 · EIC 7104 | 10:23 AM Dresden Hbf | 7h51 | 6:14 PM Warsaw Central | 3 transfers | |
IC 2178 · EC 49 | On time 11:35 AM Dresden Hbf | 7h25 | 7:00 PM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
RJ 382 · EC 231 · EIC 8104 | On time 12:53 PM Dresden Hbf | 7h05 | 7:58 PM Warsaw Central | 2 transfers | |
IC 2176 · EC 247 | On time 1:35 PM Dresden Hbf | 7h25 | 9:00 PM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
5683+ KD 69526+ IC 6140 | 2:23 PM Dresden Hbf | 8h13 | 10:36 PM Warsaw Central | 2 transfers | |
IC 2174 · EC 249 | On time 3:35 PM Dresden Hbf | 7h25 | 11:00 PM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
5689+ KD 66164+ IC 61170 · IR 10131 | 6:23 PM Dresden Hbf | 11h05 | 5:28 AM Warsaw Central | 3 transfers | |
RJ 386 · S42 · 73783 · EC 431 | On time 6:53 PM Dresden Hbf | 11h07 | 6:00 AM Warsaw Central | 3 transfers | |
26909+ KD 5315 · KD 69536 · KD 76508 | 7:23 PM Dresden Hbf | 12h33 | 7:56 AM Warsaw Central | 4 transfers | |
26909+ KD 5315 · KD 69536 · KD 76508 | 7:23 PM Dresden Hbf | 11h05 | 6:28 AM Warsaw Central | 5 transfers | |
26911+ R 5789+ KD 69504+ IC 6810 | 8:23 PM Dresden Hbf | 13h36 | 9:59 AM Warsaw Central | 4 transfers | |
Bus RB60 · 68802 · 18346 · EC 41 | 11:47 PM Dresden Hbf | 11h13 | 11:00 AM Warsaw Central | 5 transfers | |
68802 · 18346 · EC 41+ 76539 | 11:47 PM Dresden Hbf | 11h13 | 11:00 AM Warsaw Central | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Dresden to Warsaw run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:05, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 322 miles (519 km) distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 322 miles (519 km) |
Average train duration 7h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 5m |
First train 1:05 AM |
Last train 11:47 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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