How to travel from Warsaw to Poznań, Poland

The distance between Warsaw and Poznań is around 300km (186 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 40m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Warsaw to Poznań by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Poznan Glowny.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    PLN 58($12)
Operated byPKP Intercity+ 1 others
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Bus

Take the bus to Poznań Dworzec Autobusowy Poznań Główny.

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    PLN 90($19)

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Drive

Drive to Poznań.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Distance309km (192 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Warsaw and Poznań

There are several options for getting from Warsaw to Poznań by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around PLN 58 ($12) and will take around 2h 40m.

The distance between Warsaw and Poznań is around 300km (186 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 277km (172 miles)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Warsaw and Poznań by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Warsaw to Poznań is to take the train which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx PLN 58 ($12).

The cheapest way to travel between Warsaw and Poznań, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around PLN 58 ($12) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Warsaw and Poznań. It typically takes around 2h 40m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Warsaw and Poznań with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 2h 40m.

PKP Intercity run train services between Warsaw and Poznań. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 40m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Warsaw and Poznań. It typically takes around 3h 45m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Warsaw and Poznań with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 4h 25m.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Warsaw and Poznań. Buses run hourly and take around 3h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Warsaw to Poznań. We recommend that you take the train to Poznan Glowny. instead which will take 2h 40m.

The closest major airport to Poznań is Poznan Airport (POZ) (POZ) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Poznań. Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (GDN) (GDN) and Katowice International Airport (KTW) (KTW) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Warsaw and Poznań. The distance is around 309km (192 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Warsaw to Poznań is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around PLN 58 ($12).

How do I get from Warsaw to Poznań

Compare travel optionsbetween Warsaw and Poznań

Transport options from Warsaw to Poznań
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 40m
PLN 58($12)
hourly300km (186 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
3h 45m
PLN 90($19)
hourly309km (192 miles)
Bus to Poznań, Dworzec Autobusowy Poznań Główny4h 25m
PLN 90($19)
every 20 mins314km (195 miles)
Drive
2h 40m
PLN 165($34)
on demand309km (192 miles)

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Airports near Poznań

The following major airports near Poznań offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Poland and internationally.

POZ
Poznan Airport (POZ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
7km (4 miles) from Poznań
GDN
Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (GDN)
International Airport
Distance
242km (150 miles) from Poznań
KTW
Katowice International Airport (KTW)
International Airport
Distance
262km (163 miles) from Poznań