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 $56 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 24m. 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 $56, while a train costs an average of $57.

Distance: 335 miles (540 km)

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Driving

$57

Average price

$56

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Cheapest

$107

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 54m

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30m

Additional time*

9h 34m

Average total duration

9h 4m

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30m

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6h 3m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.5 - 1.4kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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Ecolines

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

The cheapest way to travel from Potsdam to Warsaw is a bus with an average price of $56.

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

A bus is $0.87 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Potsdam to Warsaw costing on average $57.

A bus is $647 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Potsdam to Warsaw costing on average $703.

The fastest way to travel from Potsdam to Warsaw is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 45m.

Other travel options to Warsaw take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 24m.

Bus takes on average 9h 34m.

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 9m faster (5h 54m by train vs 6h 3m by car) and roughly $50 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($57 vs $107). 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

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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
    3:00 PM6h55
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    9:55 PMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni
    $321One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Ecolines
    3:00 PM6h55
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    9:55 PMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni
    $321One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO390
    7:05 PM1h10
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    8:15 PMWarsaw Chopin Airport
    $1861One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnS7 · 33777 · EC 249
    4:51 PM6h09
    Potsdam Hbf
    11:00 PMWarsaw Central
    $541One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnS7 · 33771 · EC 231 · EIC 8104
    1:51 PM6h08
    Potsdam Hbf
    7:59 PMWarsaw Central
    $571One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnS7 · 33773 · EC 247
    2:51 PM6h09
    Potsdam Hbf
    9:00 PMWarsaw Central
    $601One-way
    2 transfers
  • Ecolines
    10:00 PM8h05
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    6:05 AMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni
    $321One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:25 AM8h30
    Potsdam, ZOB am Hauptbahnhof
    8:55 AMWarszawa, Dworzec Zachodni
    $391One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:25 AM9h05
    Potsdam, ZOB am Hauptbahnhof
    9:30 AMWarszawa, Metro Marymont 11
    $391One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO388
    11:20 AM1h15
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    12:35 PMWarsaw Chopin Airport
    $1641One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsEW8042 · EW9734
    10:45 AM4h30
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    3:15 PMWarsaw Chopin Airport
    $1821One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS230 · OS667
    3:10 PM3h40
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    6:50 PMWarsaw Chopin Airport
    $1871One-way
    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 $39.

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

A bus is $18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Potsdam to Warsaw costing on average $57.

A bus is $171 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Potsdam to Warsaw costing on average $210.

The fastest way to travel from Potsdam to Warsaw is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 52m.

Other travel options to Warsaw take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 24m.

Bus takes on average 8h 31m.

The distance from Potsdam to Warsaw is approximately 335 miles (540 km).
The average frequency per day from Potsdam to Warsaw is:
  • Around 27 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains 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.
  • Buses mostly depart from Potsdam, ZOB am Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni.
  • Trains mostly depart from Potsdam Hbf and arrive in Warsaw Central.
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 Deutsche Bahn, ODEG to go to Warsaw by train.
  • Travel with Ecolines, FlixBus, Günter Anger Güterverkehrs GmbH & Co. Omnibusvermietung KG to go to Warsaw by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Potsdam to Warsaw:
  • 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Potsdam to Warsaw often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Kyiv, Kraków, Prague, 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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