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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Łódź to Bydgoszcz
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€43
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€43
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 42 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 h 4 m
Trains on Sep 19
11
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Łódź to Bydgoszcz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Łódź to Bydgoszcz will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 11 trains from Łódź to Bydgoszcz, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 182 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IR 99111 · R 152028:04 AM4h18Łódź12:22 PMBydgoszcz Główna€431One-way1 transfer- R 41235 · IC 3820 · IC 25207:58 AM3h30Łódź11:28 AMBydgoszcz Główna€431One-way2 transfers
- R 19261 · R 15204 · R 584099:27 AM4h56Łódź2:23 PMBydgoszcz Główna€431One-way2 transfers
- R 15204 · R 5840910:30 AM3h53Łódź Kaliska2:23 PMBydgoszcz Główna€431One-way1 transfer
- LKA 1954 · IC 35389:58 AM3h23Łódź Kaliska1:21 PMBydgoszcz Główna€431One-way1 transfer
- IC 45208:15 AM2h42Łódź Kaliska10:57 AMBydgoszcz Główna€431One-way0 transfers
- IC 45207:59 AM2h58Łódź Widzew10:57 AMBydgoszcz Główna€431One-way0 transfers
- IC 3820 · IC 25208:28 AM3h00Łódź Kaliska11:28 AMBydgoszcz Główna€431One-way1 transfer
- IC 3820 · IC 25208:09 AM3h19Łódź Widzew11:28 AMBydgoszcz Główna€431One-way1 transfer
- LKA 1954 · IC 35389:58 AM3h23Łódź Kaliska1:21 PMBydgoszcz Główna€431One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Łódź to Bydgoszcz
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Łódź to Bydgoszcz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, while a train costs an average of €46.
Distance: 182 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€46 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest | €29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Łódź to Bydgoszcz:
A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Łódź to Bydgoszcz costing on average €46.
Other travel options to Bydgoszcz take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 9m.
Live departures
Łódź to Bydgoszcz train times
The table below shows live departures for Łódź to Bydgoszcz trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LKA 97816 · R 15209 · R 55651 | 12:51 PM Łódź Widzew | 4h19 | 5:10 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 2 transfers | |
| LKA 97816 · R 15209 · R 55651 | 1:09 PM Łódź Kaliska | 4h01 | 5:10 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 2 transfers | |
| LKA 97718 · IC 3834 | 1:52 PM Łódź Kaliska | 3h29 | 5:21 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 1 transfer | |
| LKA 11425 · IC 3822 · R 15211 | 2:07 PM Łódź | 4h42 | 6:49 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 2 transfers | |
| LKA 97820 · R 15211 | 2:36 PM Łódź Widzew | 4h13 | 6:49 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 1 transfer | |
| LKA 97820 · R 15211 | 2:57 PM Łódź Kaliska | 3h52 | 6:49 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 1 transfer | |
| LKA 12381 · IC 4522 | 3:49 PM Łódź | 3h21 | 7:10 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 1 transfer | |
| IC 4522 | 4:27 PM Łódź Kaliska | 2h43 | 7:10 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LKA 11431 · LKA 97826 · R 15215 | 4:54 PM Łódź | 4h13 | 9:07 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 2 transfers | |
| LKA 97826 · R 15215 | 5:26 PM Łódź Kaliska | 3h41 | 9:07 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 1 transfer | |
| LKA 97730 · IC 3836 | 5:57 PM Łódź Kaliska | 3h24 | 9:21 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 1 transfer | |
| R 15212 · R 55653 | 6:21 PM Łódź Kaliska | 4h15 | 10:36 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
| R 41235 · IC 3820 · IC 2520 | 7:58 AM Łódź | 3h30 | 11:28 AM Bydgoszcz Główna | 2 transfers | |
| IC 4520 | 7:59 AM Łódź Widzew | 2h58 | 10:57 AM Bydgoszcz Główna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 99111 · R 15202 | 8:04 AM Łódź | 4h18 | 12:22 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3820 · IC 2520 | 8:09 AM Łódź Widzew | 3h19 | 11:28 AM Bydgoszcz Główna | 1 transfer | |
| IC 4520 | 8:15 AM Łódź Kaliska | 2h42 | 10:57 AM Bydgoszcz Główna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LKA 97615 · R 15203 | 8:21 AM Łódź Widzew | 4h01 | 12:22 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3820 · IC 2520 | 8:28 AM Łódź Kaliska | 3h00 | 11:28 AM Bydgoszcz Główna | 1 transfer | |
| R 15202 | 8:50 AM Łódź Kaliska | 3h32 | 12:22 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 19261 · R 15204 · R 58409 | 9:27 AM Łódź | 4h56 | 2:23 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 2 transfers | |
| LKA 1954 · IC 3538 | 9:58 AM Łódź Kaliska | 3h23 | 1:21 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 1 transfer | |
| R 15204 · R 58409 | 10:30 AM Łódź Kaliska | 3h53 | 2:23 PM Bydgoszcz Główna | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Łódź to Bydgoszcz
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Trains from Łódź to Bydgoszcz run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 182 km distance in 2h 49m.
Distance 182 km |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 10:29 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Łódzka Kolej Aglomeracyjna, PKP Intercity, Polregio from Łódź to Bydgoszcz trainsDeutsche Bahn, Łódzka Kolej Aglomeracyjna, PKP Intercity, Polregio trains will get you between Łódź and Bydgoszcz from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Łódzka Kolej Aglomeracyjna
PKP Intercity
Polregio
FAQs: Trains from Łódź to Bydgoszcz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Łódź to Bydgoszcz by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bydgoszcz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Łódź to Bydgoszcz
Most Łódź to Bydgoszcz trains use the Łódź Kaliska to Bydgoszcz Główna station pair. Use this guide to compare Łódź and Bydgoszcz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Łódź station do trains to Bydgoszcz leave from?
Getting to Łódź Kaliska from Łódź city centre
Łódź Kaliska is 2 km from Łódź city centre. Public transport options include:
Łódź Kaliska train station facilities and services
Łódź Kaliska has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restauracja Polska, Manekin Łódź
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Łódź Kaliska. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Łódź Kaliska. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Łódź Kaliska: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Łódź Kaliska: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Łódź Kaliska: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Tobaco, Hotel Reymont, Hotel Focus Łódź.
Getting to Łódź Widzew from Łódź city centre
Łódź Widzew is 5 km from Łódź city centre. Public transport options include:
Łódź Widzew train station facilities and services
Łódź Widzew has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Łódź Widzew.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Łódź Widzew.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Łódź Widzew: Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Łódź Widzew: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Łódź Widzew.
Which Bydgoszcz station do trains from Łódź arrive at?
Getting to Bydgoszcz Główna from Bydgoszcz city centre
Bydgoszcz Główna is 1 km from Bydgoszcz city centre. Public transport options include:
Bydgoszcz Główna train station facilities and services
Bydgoszcz Główna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Karczma Młyńska, Restauracja Weranda
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bydgoszcz Główna. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bydgoszcz Główna. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bydgoszcz Główna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bydgoszcz Główna: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bydgoszcz Główna: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Bydgoszcz Sepia, Holiday Inn Bydgoszcz, Focus Hotel Premium Pod Orłem.
Most popular train connections from Łódź
Most popular trains to and from Bydgoszcz and Łódź
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