- Must visit
Museum of the Rzeszów District
Flagship regional museum with art, history, and decorative collections in a former Piarist monastery, ideal for understanding the region’s heritage.



Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
4h 40m
Average duration
4h 50m
Trains per day
3
Distance
169 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Rzeszów among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a flight costs an average of $52.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$75 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $161 Average price | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.5kg 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 Warsaw to Rzeszów:
A bus is $63 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warsaw to Rzeszów costing on average $75 (€62).
A bus is $149 (€122) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warsaw to Rzeszów costing on average $161 (€132).
Other travel options to Rzeszów take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 22m.
Bus takes on average 4h 47m.
Tickets start at around $75 (€62) compared to roughly $53 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-22.32 (€-18.32). The journey takes 4h 22m versus 3h 15m 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 Rzeszów trains for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 8334 | 1:41 PM Warsaw Central | 4h59 | 6:40 PM Rzeszów Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EIP 5302 · IC 115 | 1:44 PM Warsaw Central | 4h40 | 6:24 PM Rzeszów Główny | 1 transfer | |
IC 107 · IC 8322 · IC 8310 | 2:04 PM Warsaw Central | 4h50 | 6:54 PM Rzeszów Główny | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
IC 1338 | 5:41 AM Warsaw Central | 5h00 | 10:41 AM Rzeszów Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EIP 1300 · IC 6302 | 5:52 AM Warsaw Central | 5h05 | 10:57 AM Rzeszów Główny | 1 transfer | |
EIC 1303 · IC 6300 | 6:40 AM Warsaw Central | 5h00 | 11:40 AM Rzeszów Główny | 1 transfer | |
EIC 1350 · IC 8331 | 7:40 AM Warsaw Central | 5h17 | 12:57 PM Rzeszów Główny | 1 transfer | |
EIP 5300 · IC 8318 | 8:40 AM Warsaw Central | 4h58 | 1:38 PM Rzeszów Główny | 1 transfer | |
IC 8336 | 9:41 AM Warsaw Central | 4h56 | 2:37 PM Rzeszów Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EIP 1304 · IC 7316 | 10:28 AM Warsaw Central | 4h40 | 3:08 PM Rzeszów Główny | 1 transfer | |
EIP 8300 · IC 8312 | 11:40 AM Warsaw Central | 5h27 | 5:07 PM Rzeszów Główny | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Warsaw to Rzeszów run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€58) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 4h 14m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€58) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 14m |
First train 4:22 AM |
Last train 10:25 PM |
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Discover the best of Rzeszów — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rzeszów trip today.
Flagship regional museum with art, history, and decorative collections in a former Piarist monastery, ideal for understanding the region’s heritage.
Underground tourist route beneath the market square, showing medieval cellars and old trade life through atmospheric passages under the old town.
Modern multimedia museum presenting Polish animation through beloved characters, interactive displays, and family-friendly exhibits unique in the city.
Historic market square lined with colorful townhouses, terraces, and events. The best starting point for exploring the old town on foot.
Compact old town area with historic streets, churches, and restored facades, offering the city’s most atmospheric short walking route.
Main pedestrian avenue connecting major civic landmarks, ideal for strolling, shopping, and experiencing everyday city life in the center.
Proziaki are soft flatbreads from Podkarpacie made with baking soda instead of yeast, often served warm with butter, cheese, or garlic spread.
Fuczki are crispy pancakes of sauerkraut mixed into batter, a rustic dish from the Bieszczady and wider Podkarpackie region, loved for their tangy flavor.
Pierogi ruskie are dumplings filled with potato and twaróg cheese, a staple in southeastern Poland and especially common in local homes and milk bars.
Recognized fine dining restaurant known for modern Polish tasting menus, elegant plating, and a polished special-occasion atmosphere.
Well-known regional restaurant serving Polish and Podkarpackie classics in a refined but welcoming setting near the city center.
Established traditional restaurant focused on old Polish cuisine, game, dumplings, and hearty soups in a rustic interior.
Budget-Friendly versus larger Polish cities; hotels, meals, and local buses usually cost less, making short stays good value for tourists.
Tipping is appreciated, not mandatory. Leave about 10% in restaurants for good service; round up in cafes and taxis.
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Rzeszów Główny -> Rynek, Rzeszów
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warsaw to Rzeszów 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 Rzeszów, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Warsaw to Rzeszów trains use the Warszawa Centralna to Rzeszów Główny station pair. Use this guide to compare Warsaw and Rzeszów 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 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.
Rzeszów Główny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restauracja Rzeszowska, Stary Browar Rzeszowski
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rzeszów Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rzeszów Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rzeszów Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rzeszów Główny: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rzeszów Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rzeszów, Bristol Tradition & Luxury, Hotel Prezydencki.
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