How to travel from Warsaw to Zakopane

There are 3 options to travel between Warsaw and Zakopane including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Warsaw to Zakopane is a bus with an average price of $28.

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

A bus is $31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warsaw to Zakopane costing on average $59.

A bus is $384 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warsaw to Zakopane costing on average $411.

The fastest way to travel from Warsaw to Zakopane is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Zakopane take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 26m.

Bus takes on average 7h 4m.

The distance from Warsaw to Zakopane is approximately 207 miles (334 km).

The average frequency per day from Warsaw to Zakopane is:

• Around 16 flights per day.
• Around 12 buses per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Warsaw and Zakopane 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 Zakopane:

• {stationMode_1} mostly depart from Warsaw Chopin Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
• {stationMode_2} mostly depart from Warsaw Central and arrive in {arrivalStation_2}.
• {stationMode_3} mostly depart from Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni and arrive in Zakopane.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Warsaw to Zakopane, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Leo Express, RegioJet a.s. to go to Zakopane by train.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Zakopane by bus.
• Travel with Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, CitizenPlane, British Airways, Air Baltic, Air Dolomiti to go to Zakopane by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Warsaw to Zakopane with the following travel companies:

• 2 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
• 9 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
• 6 direct flights per day with Lot Polish Airlines, CitizenPlane.

Omio customers who travel from Warsaw to Zakopane often also extend their vacation to go to Kraków, Prague, Budapest, John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice, Kraków Główny. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zakopane and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Zakopane to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Zakopane, visitors can enjoy skiing and snowboarding at popular resorts like Kasprowy Wierch, explore the Zakopane Style Museum to learn about the region's unique architectural style, and take a traditional horse-drawn sleigh ride through snowy landscapes. Relaxing at a thermal spa with mountain views and savoring traditional Polish dishes at local restaurants are also popular activities. Must-see sights include the hiking trails and stunning views in Tatra National Park, the panoramic vistas from Gubałówka Hill, the vibrant Krupówki Street, the impressive Wielka Krokiew ski jumping hill, and the picturesque Morskie Oko lake.

For a fulfilling experience in Zakopane, it's recommended to spend around 3 to 4 days. This allows visitors to enjoy the stunning Tatra Mountains, explore local attractions, and engage in outdoor activities like hiking and skiing.