- Must visit
Museum of Podlasie in Białystok
Major regional museum inside Branicki Palace with interiors, art, and exhibits explaining Podlasie’s aristocratic history.
Cheapest price on Sep 07
€37
Average ticket price on Sep 07
€37
Fastest journey on Sep 07
1 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 07
1 h 38 m
Trains on Sep 07
14
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warsaw to Białystok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warsaw to Białystok will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
On Mon, Sep 07, we found 14 trains from Warsaw to Białystok, including 14 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 07 the direct trains cover the 176 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Mon, Sep 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 52 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 3522
IC 6132
IC 142
IC 6130
IC 6128
IC 1002
IC 142
IC 146
IC 8112
IC 3522Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Białystok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, while a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 109 miles (176 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€40 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Warsaw to Białystok:
A bus is €31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warsaw to Białystok costing on average €40.
Other travel options to Białystok take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 42m.
Tickets start at around €40 compared to roughly €27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-13.06. The journey takes 2h 41m versus 2h 1m 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 Warsaw to Białystok trains for today, Sunday, September 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 142 | 8:53 AM Warsaw Central | 1h36 | 10:29 AM Białystok station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6132 | 9:57 AM Warsaw Central | 1h52 | 11:49 AM Białystok station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 7160 | 10:41 AM Warsaw Central | 1h36 | 12:17 PM Białystok station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6130 | 11:57 AM Warsaw Central | 1h52 | 1:49 PM Białystok station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6128 | 1:57 PM Warsaw Central | 1h52 | 3:49 PM Białystok station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 146 | 2:53 PM Warsaw Central | 1h36 | 4:29 PM Białystok station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6126 | 3:57 PM Warsaw Central | 1h52 | 5:49 PM Białystok station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 4123 | 4:57 PM Warsaw Central | 1h52 | 6:49 PM Białystok station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6520 | 5:57 PM Warsaw Central | 1h52 | 7:49 PM Białystok station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 8112 | 6:53 PM Warsaw Central | 1h36 | 8:29 PM Białystok station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6124 | 7:57 PM Warsaw Central | 1h52 | 9:49 PM Białystok station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 4121 | 8:57 PM Warsaw Central | 1h52 | 10:49 PM Białystok station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, September 7 | |||||
IC 1000 | 5:57 AM Warsaw Central | 1h52 | 7:49 AM Białystok station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1002 | 6:57 AM Warsaw Central | 1h30 | 8:27 AM Białystok station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3522 | 7:57 AM Warsaw Central | 1h52 | 9:49 AM Białystok station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Warsaw to Białystok run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 109 miles (176 km) distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 109 miles (176 km) |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 5:14 AM |
Last train 10:20 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Białystok — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Białystok trip today.
Major regional museum inside Branicki Palace with interiors, art, and exhibits explaining Podlasie’s aristocratic history.
Branch in the historic town hall presenting the city’s story, urban development, and everyday life through curated displays.
Intimate museum preserving the memory of Ludwik Zamenhof, creator of Esperanto, and Białystok’s multicultural roots.
The main square lined with historic facades, events, and terraces, ideal for orientation and people-watching in the center.
Formal palace gardens with canals, sculptures, and parterres that make Białystok’s finest strolling and photo location.
Elegant central street linking major sights, popular for walks thanks to churches, monuments, and lively urban atmosphere.
Potato dumplings stuffed with meat or other fillings, a Podlasie staple shaped by the region’s strong potato farming traditions.
Thin potato pancakes often served with mushroom sauce or sour cream. They are a simple, deeply rooted comfort food in northeastern Poland.
A baked potato casserole with onions and bacon, known across Podlasie for its rustic flavor and farmhouse character.
Upscale restaurant known for modern Polish cooking, careful plating, and a quieter fine dining atmosphere.
Well-known restaurant serving refined Polish and regional dishes in an elegant historic setting near the city center.
Established venue focused on traditional Polish cuisine, including regional comfort food, with a warm classic interior.
Budget-friendly for Poland: hotels, dining, and buses are usually cheaper than in Warsaw or Kraków, with low daily costs for most tourists.
Tipping is appreciated but not required. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares; small café tips are optional.
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Białystok Railway Station -> Rynek Kościuszki, Białystok
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warsaw to Białystok 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 Białystok, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Warsaw to Białystok trains use the Warszawa Centralna to Białystok station pair. Use this guide to compare Warsaw and Białystok train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Wschodnia is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa Wschodnia 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: Mateusz Gessler Restaurant, Bistro Praga
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Wschodnia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Wschodnia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hetman, Hotel Wiatraczna, Hotel Praski.
Białystok is 1 km from Białystok city centre. Public transport options include:
Białystok 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 Esperanto, Kawelin
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Białystok. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Białystok. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Białystok: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Białystok: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Białystok.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Branicki, Best Western Hotel Cristal, Hotel Golebiewski.
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