How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $87 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.9 - 2.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $87, while a flight costs an average of $492.

Distance: 553 miles (890 km)

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Driving

$118

Average price

$492

Average price

$87

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Cheapest

$227

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

10h 44m

Average total duration

10h 14m

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30m

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5h 28m

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3h 28m

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2h 0m

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16h 54m

Average total duration

16h 24m

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30m

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10h 52m

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CO2 emissions

2.7 - 5.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.9 - 2.2kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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KLM

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw is a bus with an average price of $87 (€73).

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw:

A bus is $31 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw costing on average $118 (€99).

A bus is $405 (€339) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw costing on average $492 (€412).

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 28m.

Other travel options to Warsaw take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 44m.

Bus takes on average 16h 54m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Warsaw including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 38m faster (10h 14m by train vs 10h 52m by car) and roughly $109 (€91) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($118 (€99) vs $227 (€191)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw

How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Deutsche BahnIC 60409 · ICE 904 · EC 43
    12:28 AM12h32
    Frankfurt South station
    1:00 PMWarsaw Central
    $541One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnIC 60409 · ICE 904 · EC 43
    12:28 AM12h32
    Frankfurt South station
    1:00 PMWarsaw Central
    $541One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLO4848
    7:15 AM1h40
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    8:55 AMWarsaw Chopin Airport
    $4111One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 698 · EC 45
    3:31 AM11h29
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    3:00 PMWarsaw Central
    $601One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 698 · EC 45
    3:09 AM11h51
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    3:00 PMWarsaw Central
    $601One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1272 · 4352 · EC 43
    12:04 AM12h56
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    1:00 PMWarsaw Central
    $641One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:25 PM18h10
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    11:35 AMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni
    $821One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    1:58 PM15h27
    Frankfurt South station
    5:25 AMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni
    $831One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    1:58 PM15h57
    Frankfurt South station
    5:55 AMWarszawa, Metro Politechnika 01
    $831One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO380
    8:00 PM1h45
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    9:45 PMWarsaw Chopin Airport
    $3331One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO382
    10:40 AM1h50
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    12:30 PMWarsaw Chopin Airport
    $3331One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO378
    4:55 PM1h50
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    6:45 PMWarsaw Chopin Airport
    $3331One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw

Travel to Warsaw easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw.

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There are 3 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Warsaw including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw is a bus with an average price of $87 (€73).

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw:

A bus is $31 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw costing on average $118 (€99).

A bus is $405 (€339) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw costing on average $492 (€412).

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 28m.

Other travel options to Warsaw take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 44m.

Bus takes on average 16h 54m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw is approximately 553 miles (890 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw is:
  • Around 54 flights per day.
  • Around 35 buses per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main and Warsaw as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Warsaw Chopin Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and arrive in Warsaw Central.
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM, Austrian Airlines, Air France, Sas Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Qatar Airways, braathens regional aviation, Croatia Airlines, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, Cityjet, Edelweiss Air, CitizenPlane, Swiss, Transavia France, Air Dolomiti, ITA, TAP Portugal to go to Warsaw by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Ecolines, Sindbad to go to Warsaw by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Warsaw by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw with the following travel companies:
  • 11 direct flights per day with Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, CitizenPlane, Air Dolomiti.
  • 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Ecolines, Sindbad.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Warsaw often also extend their vacation to go to Kraków, Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Warsaw and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Warsaw to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Explore the vibrant Praga District, known for its artistic vibe and street art. Visit the Warsaw Uprising Museum to delve into the city's WWII history. Enjoy a Vistula River cruise for unique views of Warsaw's skyline. Discover traditional Polish cuisine with a food tour. Attend a Chopin concert to celebrate the famous composer's connection to Warsaw. Don't miss the Royal Castle, Old Town Market Square, Łazienki Park, POLIN Museum, and Wilanów Palace for a blend of history, culture, and architecture.
Three to four days are typically sufficient to explore Warsaw's main attractions, including the Old Town, Royal Castle, and museums.
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