How to travel from Potsdam to Warsaw

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Potsdam to Warsaw

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Potsdam to Warsaw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $54 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, while a flight costs an average of $657.

Distance: 335 miles (540 km)

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$61

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$657

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6h 30m

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0.5 - 1.4kg

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Compare ways to travel from Potsdam to Warsaw

Compare the available ways to get from Potsdam to Warsaw, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Potsdam to Warsaw is a bus with an average price of $54.

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

A bus is $7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Potsdam to Warsaw costing on average $61.

A bus is $604 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Potsdam to Warsaw costing on average $657.

The fastest way to travel from Potsdam to Warsaw is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 29m.

Other travel options to Warsaw take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 30m.

Bus takes on average 9h 35m.

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

The journey is about 3m faster (6h 0m by train vs 6h 3m by car) and roughly $45 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($61 vs $105). 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 Potsdam to Warsaw

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • Ecolines
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Ecolines
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO390
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn73753 · S5 · EC 41
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnS7 · EC 41
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnS7 · EC 43
    1 transfer
  • Ecolines
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO388
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH1953 · LH1614
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS226 · OS663
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Potsdam 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 Potsdam to Warsaw.

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There are 3 options to travel between Potsdam and Warsaw including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Potsdam to Warsaw is a bus with an average price of $54.

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

A bus is $7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Potsdam to Warsaw costing on average $61.

A bus is $604 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Potsdam to Warsaw costing on average $657.

The fastest way to travel from Potsdam to Warsaw is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 29m.

Other travel options to Warsaw take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 30m.

Bus takes on average 9h 35m.

The distance from Potsdam to Warsaw is approximately 335 miles (540 km).
The average frequency per day from Potsdam to Warsaw is:
  • Around 29 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Potsdam 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 Potsdam to Warsaw:
  • Flights mostly depart from Berlin Brandenburg Airport and arrive in Warsaw Chopin Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Potsdam Hbf and arrive in Warsaw Central.
  • Buses mostly depart from Potsdam, ZOB am Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Potsdam to Warsaw, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Ecolines to go to Warsaw by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Warsaw by train.
  • Travel with Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic to go to Warsaw by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Potsdam to Warsaw with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Ecolines.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Lot Polish Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Potsdam 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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