How to travel from Warsaw to Poznan

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Warsaw to Poznan

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Poznan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, while a flight costs an average of €357.

Distance: 172 miles (278 km)

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€15

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€47

Average price

€357

Average price

€61

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 34m

Average total duration

4h 4m

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30m

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3h 4m

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2h 34m

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30m

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4h 29m

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2h 29m

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3h 5m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.8 - 1.7kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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Lot Polish Airlines

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

The cheapest way to travel from Warsaw to Poznan is a bus with an average price of €15.

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

A bus is €33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warsaw to Poznan costing on average €47.

A bus is €343 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warsaw to Poznan costing on average €357.

The fastest way to travel from Warsaw to Poznan is by train with an average journey time of 3h 4m.

Other travel options to Poznan take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 29m.

Bus takes on average 4h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Warsaw and Poznan including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Warsaw to Poznan among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €15 compared to roughly €61 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €47. The journey takes 4h 4m versus 3h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Warsaw to Poznan

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:50 AM3h35
    Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni
    12:25 PMPoznań, Bus Station
    €181One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:50 AM3h35
    Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni
    12:25 PMPoznań, Bus Station
    €181One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3943
    1:20 PM0h55
    Warsaw Chopin Airport
    2:15 PMPoznan Lawica Airport
    €1611One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnEIP 1802
    4:00 PM2h16
    Warsaw Central
    6:16 PMPoznań Główny
    €501One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEIC 1804
    8:00 AM2h18
    Warsaw Central
    10:18 AMPoznań Główny
    €501One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEIC 1800
    6:00 PM2h18
    Warsaw Central
    8:18 PMPoznań Główny
    €501One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:30 AM3h35
    Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni
    2:05 PMPoznań, Bus Station
    €191One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:20 PM3h40
    Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni
    12:00 AMPoznań, Bus Station
    €191One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:50 PM4h10
    Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11
    12:00 AMPoznań, Bus Station
    €191One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3945
    10:25 AM0h55
    Warsaw Chopin Airport
    11:20 AMPoznan Lawica Airport
    €1611One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3951
    8:40 PM0h55
    Warsaw Chopin Airport
    9:35 PMPoznan Lawica Airport
    €1611One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3947
    4:45 PM0h55
    Warsaw Chopin Airport
    5:40 PMPoznan Lawica Airport
    €1841One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Warsaw to Poznan

Travel to Poznan 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 Warsaw to Poznan.

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There are 3 options to travel between Warsaw and Poznan including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Warsaw to Poznan is a bus with an average price of €15.

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

A bus is €33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warsaw to Poznan costing on average €47.

A bus is €343 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warsaw to Poznan costing on average €357.

The fastest way to travel from Warsaw to Poznan is by train with an average journey time of 3h 4m.

Other travel options to Poznan take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 29m.

Bus takes on average 4h 34m.

The distance from Warsaw to Poznan is approximately 172 miles (278 km).
The average frequency per day from Warsaw to Poznan is:
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 9 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Warsaw and Poznan 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 Warsaw to Poznan:
  • Flights mostly depart from Warsaw Chopin Airport and arrive in Poznan Lawica Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Warsaw Central and arrive in Poznań Główny.
  • Buses mostly depart from Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni and arrive in Poznań, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Warsaw to Poznan, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Austrian Airlines to go to Poznan by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Euroticket, Infobus to go to Poznan by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s. to go to Poznan by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Warsaw to Poznan with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Lot Polish Airlines.
  • 13 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Euroticket, Infobus.
  • 7 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s..
Omio customers who travel from Warsaw to Poznan often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Prague, Rome, Vienna, Wrocław. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Poznan and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Poznan to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Poznań, you can enjoy an interactive experience at the Croissant Museum, explore the vibrant nightlife in the Jeżyce district, and visit the Poznań Zoo. Attend a performance at the Grand Theatre and discover the history at the Poznań Archaeological Museum. Don't miss the Old Market Square, Poznań Cathedral, Imperial Castle, Malta Lake, and the Poznań Palm House for sightseeing.
Two to three days in Poznan is ideal to explore its historic Old Town, visit museums, enjoy local cuisine, and experience the vibrant culture and nightlife.
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