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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
$37
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Łódź to Warsaw is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Łódź to Warsaw will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 33 trains that leave Łódź for Warsaw on Wed, Jun 10, 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest trains will take 1 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.
IC 6130
IR 71503
IC 9108
IC 6132
IC 1814
IC 9106
IC 9108
IC 6128
IC 1512
IC 6132Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Łódź to Warsaw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Łódź to Warsaw:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Łódź to Warsaw costing on average $40 (€33).
Other travel options to Warsaw take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 46m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (1h 29m by train vs 1h 43m by car). Tickets start at around $40 (€33) compared to roughly $21 (€17) 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, Łódzka Kolej Aglomeracyjna, PKP Intercity, Polregio.
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 Łódź to Warsaw trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 10131 | 4:01 AM Łódź Widzew | 1h27 | 5:28 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1000 | 4:31 AM Łódź Widzew | 1h09 | 5:40 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 82170 | 4:37 AM Łódź Widzew | 1h23 | 6:00 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 9110 | 5:05 AM Łódź Widzew | 1h11 | 6:16 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 10133 | 5:10 AM Łódź Widzew | 1h26 | 6:36 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1510 | 5:39 AM Łódź Widzew | 1h09 | 6:48 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 9100 | 6:06 AM Łódź Widzew | 1h10 | 7:16 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1522 | 6:38 AM Łódź Widzew | 1h10 | 7:48 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 91132 | 6:55 AM Łódź Widzew | 1h21 | 8:16 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1512 | 7:41 AM Łódź Widzew | 1h07 | 8:48 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 9108 | 8:14 AM Łódź Widzew | 1h01 | 9:15 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6132 | 8:40 AM Łódź Widzew | 1h08 | 9:48 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1814 | 9:33 AM Łódź Widzew | 1h11 | 10:44 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 71503 | 9:55 AM Łódź Widzew | 1h17 | 11:12 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6130 | 10:41 AM Łódź Widzew | 1h10 | 11:51 AM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1514 | 11:38 AM Łódź Widzew | 1h10 | 12:48 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 10137 | 11:42 AM Łódź Widzew | 1h26 | 1:08 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6128 | 12:41 PM Łódź Widzew | 1h07 | 1:48 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 14217 · IC 6142 | 1:04 PM Łódź Widzew | 1h36 | 2:40 PM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
IC 9102 | 1:37 PM Łódź Widzew | 1h11 | 2:48 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 10139 | 1:41 PM Łódź Widzew | 1h22 | 3:03 PM Warsaw | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6126 | 2:40 PM Łódź Widzew | 1h08 | 3:48 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1516 | 3:39 PM Łódź Widzew | 1h09 | 4:48 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 10141 | 3:45 PM Łódź Widzew | 1h23 | 5:08 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 10143 | 4:18 PM Łódź Widzew | 1h26 | 5:44 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6520 | 4:40 PM Łódź Widzew | 1h08 | 5:48 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 9106 | 5:48 PM Łódź Widzew | 1h00 | 6:48 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6124 | 6:40 PM Łódź Widzew | 1h08 | 7:48 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 71505 | 7:14 PM Łódź Widzew | 1h26 | 8:40 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1518 | 7:42 PM Łódź Widzew | 1h14 | 8:56 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Łódź to Warsaw run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:54 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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