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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 permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$70
Fastest journey
8 h 11 m
Average duration
8 h 13 m
Trains per day
39
Distance
517 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Warsaw is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Warsaw will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 39 trains that leave Prague for Warsaw on Tue, May 19, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct trains cover the 517 km distance in an average of 8 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 11 m .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest trains will take 8 h 16 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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EC 264 · EC 45
EC 262 · EC 49
RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw)
EC 260 · EC 249
SC 241 · EC 106Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Warsaw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 44m. 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 train costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $216.
Distance: 321 miles (517 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price | $379 Average price | $136 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 46m Average total duration 8h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 43m Average total duration 9h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.1kg 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 Prague to Warsaw:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Prague to Warsaw costing on average $45 (€37).
A train is $338 (€273) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Warsaw costing on average $379 (€306).
Other travel options to Warsaw take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 16m.
Bus takes on average 9h 13m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with Leo Express, České dráhy, RegioJet a.s., Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD).
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 Prague to Warsaw trains for today, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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R 891 · LET 7163 · LET 6284 · EIC 6110 | 12:58 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h02 | 10:00 PM Warsaw Central | 3 transfers | |
SC 507 · EC 102 | 1:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h37 | 10:08 PM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
EC 117 | 2:08 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h00 | 11:08 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 117 | 2:08 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h00 | 11:08 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 260 · EC 249 | On time 2:45 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h15 | 11:00 PM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
SC 511 · IC 202 · IC 33172 · TLK 35170 | 3:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 13h05 | 4:36 AM Warsaw Central | 3 transfers | |
EC 460 · IC 61170 · IR 10131 | 6:49 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 10h39 | 5:28 AM Warsaw Central | 2 transfers | |
EC 460 · IC 61170 | 6:49 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 11h03 | 5:52 AM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
LE419-PL | 9:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h11 | 6:34 AM Warszawa Zachodnia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE419-PL | 9:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h28 | 6:51 AM Warszawa Wschodnia Osobowa | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE419-PL | 9:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h22 | 6:45 AM Warsaw | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE419-PL | 9:30 PM Praha-Libeň | 9h21 | 6:51 AM Warszawa Wschodnia Osobowa | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE419-PL | 9:30 PM Praha-Libeň | 9h04 | 6:34 AM Warszawa Zachodnia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE419-PL | 9:30 PM Praha-Libeň | 9h15 | 6:45 AM Warsaw | 0 transfersDirect | |
EN 443 · IC 406 | On time 10:16 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h52 | 8:08 AM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov) · R 1105 (Brno -> Bohumín)+ IC 113 | 5:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h27 | 3:08 PM Warsaw Central | 2 transfers | |
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov) · R 1105 (Brno -> Bohumín)+ IC 102 | 5:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 16h27 | 10:08 PM Warsaw Central | 2 transfers | |
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov) · R 1105 (Brno -> Bohumín)+ IC 204 · EIP 4500 | 5:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 14h43 | 8:24 PM Warsaw Central | 3 transfers | |
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov) · R 1105 (Brno -> Bohumín)+ IC 130 | 5:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 14h03 | 7:44 PM Warsaw Central | 2 transfers | |
SC 241 · EC 106 | 5:52 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h16 | 2:08 PM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
EC 106+ SC 241 | 5:52 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h16 | 2:08 PM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
EC 113 | 6:08 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h00 | 3:08 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 113 | 6:08 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h00 | 3:08 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 264 · EC 45 | On time 6:49 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h11 | 3:00 PM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
EC 123 · EC 206 · EIC 6102 | 7:08 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h09 | 4:17 PM Warsaw Central | 2 transfers | |
RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw) | 9:21 AM Praha-Zahradní Město | 8h39 | 6:00 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw) | 9:21 AM Praha-Zahradní Město | 8h54 | 6:15 PM Warszawa Wschodnia Osobowa | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw) | 9:21 AM Praha-Zahradní Město | 8h32 | 5:53 PM Warszawa Zachodnia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw) | 9:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h34 | 6:15 PM Warszawa Wschodnia Osobowa | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw) | 9:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h12 | 5:53 PM Warszawa Zachodnia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw) | 9:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h19 | 6:00 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 115 | 10:08 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h36 | 7:44 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 115 | 10:08 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h36 | 7:44 PM Warsaw Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 262 · EC 49 | On time 10:49 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h11 | 7:00 PM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
SC 505 · EC 204 · EIP 4500 | 11:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h53 | 8:24 PM Warsaw Central | 2 transfers | |
LE413-PL | 12:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h22 | 9:45 PM Warszawa Wschodnia Osobowa | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE413-PL | 12:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h15 | 9:38 PM Warsaw | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE413-PL | 12:30 PM Praha-Libeň | 9h08 | 9:38 PM Warsaw | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE413-PL | 12:30 PM Praha-Libeň | 9h15 | 9:45 PM Warszawa Wschodnia Osobowa | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Prague to Warsaw run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 321 miles (517 km) distance in 8h 4m.
Distance 321 miles (517 km) |
Average train duration 8h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 8h 4m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:57 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 presenting 1,000 years of Jewish history in Poland through immersive permanent and temporary exhibitions.
One of Warsaw’s most important museums, documenting the 1944 uprising with multimedia displays, artifacts, and personal testimonies.
Major national collection with Polish and European painting, decorative arts, antiquities, and notable temporary exhibitions.
UNESCO-listed historic core rebuilt after World War II, full of colorful facades, lanes, and postcard views.
Warsaw’s most famous park, known for palace grounds, peacocks, lakeside walks, and the Chopin Monument.
Iconic square at the entrance to the Old Town, framed by the Royal Castle and Sigismund’s Column.
Poland’s most iconic dumplings, commonly filled with potato and cheese, meat, or seasonal fruit. In Warsaw, they are a staple comfort food and a must-try introduction to traditional cuisine.
A sour rye soup usually served with sausage and egg, valued for its deep fermented flavor. It is one of the most traditional Polish soups and widely associated with home-style cooking.
Breaded pork cutlet served with potatoes and salads or cabbage. This classic Polish main course is common in Warsaw milk bars and traditional restaurants.
An established traditional Polish restaurant known for elegant interiors, old-style hospitality, and refined versions of classic dishes such as schabowy and tartare.
A well-known casual chain in Warsaw’s Old Town specializing in pierogi, żurek, and other approachable Polish classics in a lively traditional setting.
A historic fine dining restaurant on the Old Town Market Square, famous for upscale Polish cuisine and one of Warsaw’s most iconic dining rooms.
Moderate by European standards: meals and transit are fair value, while central hotels cost more.
Service may be included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service; round up in taxis; small tips are optional in cafes.
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