How to travel from Madrid to Warsaw

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Warsaw

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Warsaw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €160 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 8h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 2.3 - 5.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €160, while a flight costs an average of €684.

Distance: 1422 miles (2290 km)

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€684

Average price

€160

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Cheapest

€473

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

8h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 37m

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2h 0m

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43h 39m

Average total duration

43h 9m

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30m

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28h 6m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

6.9 - 13.7kg

CO2 emissions

2.3 - 5.7kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Warsaw is a bus with an average price of €160.

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Warsaw:

A bus is €524 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Warsaw costing on average €684.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Warsaw is by flight with an average journey time of 8h 37m.

Other travel options to Warsaw take longer:

Bus takes on average 43h 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Warsaw including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to Warsaw among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 21h 29m sooner (6h 37m by flight vs 28h 6m by car). Tickets start at around €684 compared to roughly €473 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Madrid to Warsaw

How to get from Madrid to Warsaw by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Madrid to Warsaw is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BuzzFR 1062
    9:40 PM3h25
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    1:05 AMWarsaw Modlin Airport
    €2111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BuzzFR 1062
    9:40 PM3h25
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    1:05 AMWarsaw Modlin Airport
    €2111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • BuzzFR 1062
    9:40 PM3h25
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    1:05 AMWarsaw Modlin Airport
    €2111One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:40 PM42h45
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    11:25 AMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni
    €2211One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:55 PM50h55
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    6:50 PMWarszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny
    €2261One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:55 PM43h30
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    11:25 AMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni
    €2301One-way
    2 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO432
    6:10 AM3h30
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    9:40 AMWarsaw Chopin Airport
    €5281One-way
    0 transfers
  • TAP PortugalTP1017 · TP1206
    6:00 PM22h35
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    4:35 PMWarsaw Chopin Airport
    €5381One-way
    1 transfer
  • Sas AirwaysSK4304 · SK751
    7:45 PM13h50
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    9:35 AMWarsaw Chopin Airport
    €5441One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Madrid 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 Madrid to Warsaw.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Madrid and Warsaw including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Warsaw is a bus with an average price of €160.

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Warsaw:

A bus is €524 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Warsaw costing on average €684.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Warsaw is by flight with an average journey time of 8h 37m.

Other travel options to Warsaw take longer:

Bus takes on average 43h 39m.

The distance from Madrid to Warsaw is approximately 1422 miles (2290 km).
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Warsaw is:
  • Around 72 flights per day.
  • Around 22 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid 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 Madrid to Warsaw:
  • Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Warsaw Chopin Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Warsaw, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, KLR to go to Warsaw by bus.
  • Travel with Wizz Air, Buzz, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM, Air France, Brussels Airlines, Air Europa, TAP Portugal, British Airways, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Qatar Airways, Air Baltic, CitizenPlane, KLM Cityhopper, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, Edelweiss Air, Iberia, Sas Airways, Royal Air Maroc, Turkish Airlines, ITA to go to Warsaw by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Madrid to Warsaw:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Wizz Air, Buzz, Lot Polish Airlines, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid 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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