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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
$111
Average price
$161
Fastest journey
14 h 1 m
Average duration
16 h 49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1043 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Warsaw is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Warsaw will cost around $161 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Warsaw without transferring at least once.
IC 780 · ICE 274 · EC 41
IC 60409 · EC 43
IC 60402 · ICE 698 · EC 45
IC 794 · ICE 372 · EC 249
IC 770 · ICE 106 · ICE 596 · EC 431
IC 794 · ICE 372 · EC 249
IC 60402 · ICE 698 · EC 45
IC 60409 · EC 43
IC 780 · ICE 274 · EC 41
IC 770 · ICE 106 · ICE 596 · EC 431Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Warsaw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $78. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $78, and a flight costs an average of $155.
Distance: 648 miles (1043 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$226 Average price | $330 Average price | $112 Average price Cheapest | $342 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 8m Average total duration 16h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 54m Average total duration 20h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.1 - 6.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.6kg 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 Zurich to Warsaw:
A bus is $114 (€92) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Warsaw costing on average $226 (€183).
A bus is $218 (€176) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Warsaw costing on average $330 (€266).
Other travel options to Warsaw take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 38m.
Bus takes on average 20h 24m.
Tickets start at around $226 (€183) compared to roughly $342 (€276) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $116 (€93). The journey takes 16h 38m versus 12h 53m 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 Zurich to Warsaw trains for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 758 · ICE 202 · ICE 692 · EC 231 | 5:59 AM Zurich HB | 13h59 | 7:58 PM Warsaw Central | 4 transfers | |
ICE 374 · EC 247+ TGV 9206 | Delayed 6:16 AM 6:59 AMZurich HB | 14h01 | 9:00 PM Warsaw Central | 2 transfers | |
IC 794 · ICE 372 · EC 249 | On time 8:59 AM Zurich HB | 14h01 | 11:00 PM Warsaw Central | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Zurich to Warsaw run on average 3 times per day, taking around 16h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $97 (€78) but you can travel from only $78 (€63) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 648 miles (1043 km) distance in 13h 59m.
Distance 648 miles (1043 km) |
Average train duration 16h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $97 (€78) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 13h 59m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:52 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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