The cheapest and fastest trains from Łódź to Bydgoszcz
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Trains per day
2
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 €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Of the 2 trains that leave Łódź for Bydgoszcz on Thu, Nov 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct trains cover the 182 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 44 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train 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 prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €39.
Distance: 182 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€41 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Łódź to Bydgoszcz train times
The table below shows live departures for Łódź to Bydgoszcz trains for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:08 PM Łódź | 2h53 | 8:01 PM Bydgoszcz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 20 | |||||
![]() | 4:16 AM Łódź | 2h44 | 7:00 AM Bydgoszcz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:38 AM Łódź | 2h44 | 9:22 AM Bydgoszcz | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Łódź to Bydgoszcz
Trains from Łódź to Bydgoszcz run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 2 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 44m.
Distance 182 km |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 22:29 |
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 €9. 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Łódź Kaliska, which is located around 2.2 miles (3.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bydgoszcz Główna, located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Łódź to Bydgoszcz
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Al. Włókniarzy.
- Restauracja Polska
- Manekin Łódź
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- PLN 2
- Hotel Tobaco
- Hotel Reymont
- Hotel Focus Łódź
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 8, Line 10
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park from Zygmunta Augusta Street.
- Karczma Młyńska
- Restauracja Weranda
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Hotel Mercure Bydgoszcz Sepia
- Holiday Inn Bydgoszcz
- Focus Hotel Premium Pod Orłem
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Hall 3: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 3, Line 5, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
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