Warsaw to Poznan train with Deutsche Bahn (EC,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Warsaw to Poznan

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 07

Cheapest price on Oct 07

€49

Average ticket price on Oct 07

€50

Fastest journey on Oct 07

2 h 16 m

Average journey duration on Oct 07

2 h 19 m

Trains on Oct 07

19

Distance

278 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warsaw to Poznan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Warsaw to Poznan will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €49.

Fast trains

On Wed, Oct 07, we found 19 trains from Warsaw to Poznan, including 18 direct services.

On Wed, Oct 07 the direct trains cover the 278 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .

On Wed, Oct 07 the slowest trains will take 2 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.

  • Deutsche BahnEIC 1804
    8:00 AM2h18
    Warsaw Central
    10:18 AMPoznań Główny
    €491One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEC 48
    9:00 AM2h24
    Warsaw Central
    11:24 AMPoznań Główny
    €491One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEC 46
    11:00 AM2h24
    Warsaw Central
    1:24 PMPoznań Główny
    €491One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEC 246
    7:00 AM2h24
    Warsaw Central
    9:24 AMPoznań Główny
    €491One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEIC 1610
    6:00 AM2h18
    Warsaw Central
    8:18 AMPoznań Główny
    €491One-way
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Warsaw to Poznan

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Trains from Warsaw to Poznan run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:22, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 278 km distance in 2h 12m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4
Distance
278 km
Average train duration
2h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
€12
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
2h 12m
First train
1:22 AM
Last train
11:48 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
56 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4

Live departures

Warsaw to Poznan train times

The table below shows live departures for Warsaw to Poznan trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnEC 248
On time
5:00 AM Warsaw Central
2h24
7:24 AM Poznań Główny
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnEIC 16106:00 AM Warsaw Central
2h18
8:18 AM Poznań Główny0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnEC 246
On time
7:00 AM Warsaw Central
2h24
9:24 AM Poznań Główny
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnEIC 18048:00 AM Warsaw Central
2h18
10:18 AM Poznań Główny0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnEC 48
On time
9:00 AM Warsaw Central
2h24
11:24 AM Poznań Główny
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 18129:32 AM Warsaw Central
2h54
12:26 PM Poznań Główny0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnEC 46
On time
11:00 AM Warsaw Central
2h24
1:24 PM Poznań Główny
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 280211:32 AM Warsaw Central
2h57
2:29 PM Poznań Główny0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnEC 44
On time
1:00 PM Warsaw Central
2h24
3:24 PM Poznań Główny
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnEIC 16122:00 PM Warsaw Central
2h24
4:24 PM Poznań Główny0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 3834 · IC 38222:32 PM Warsaw Central
2h44
5:16 PM Poznań Główny1 transfer
Deutsche BahnEC 42
On time
3:00 PM Warsaw Central
2h24
5:24 PM Poznań Główny
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnEIP 18024:00 PM Warsaw Central
2h16
6:16 PM Poznań Główny0 transfersDirect

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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Warsaw to Poznan.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Warsaw to Poznan?

The best time to book your train from Warsaw to Poznan is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Warsaw to Poznan route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Warsaw to Poznan per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Warsaw to Poznan.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s. from Warsaw to Poznan trainsDeutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s. trains will get you between Warsaw and Poznan from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
2h 16m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€46
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

RegioJet a.s.

About
RegioJet is a leading transport company in the Czech Republic, operating both buses and trains. For bus travel, ticket fare options include Low Cost, Standard, Fun & Relax, Relax, and Business. RegioJet also runs regional and long-distance train services, connecting cities across the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria, and Hungary. Regional services, known as RegioJet Express, offer frequent departures, while long-distance RegioJet Comfort trains provide a more luxurious experience with comfortable seating, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. Onboard amenities can include a café car, restaurant car, bar car, entertainment options, and power outlets. Popular routes include Prague to Brno, Prague to Ostrava, and Prague to Vienna, offering convenient connections within the Czech Republic and to neighboring countries.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average RegioJet a.s. Duration
2h 12m
Cheapest RegioJet a.s. Price
€12
RegioJet a.s. frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals, snacks, and drinks. At-seat service in some classes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket and must be leashed
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Warsaw to Poznan

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warsaw to Poznan 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 Poznan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Warsaw to Poznan can start from as little as €12 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Warsaw to Poznan is €47; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Warsaw to Poznan is 2h 12m to travel the 278 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Warsaw to Poznan leaves at 1:22 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Warsaw to Poznan leaves at 11:48 PM.
Yes,there are 7 direct trains a day from Warsaw to Poznan with Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s.. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Warsaw to Poznan, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s. for the best way to get you to Poznan. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Warsaw and Poznan and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Poznan from Warsaw is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 12m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
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.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Warsaw to Poznan

Most Warsaw to Poznan trains use the Warszawa Centralna to Poznan Główny station pair, with some services arriving at Poznań Wschód. Use this guide to compare Warsaw and Poznan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Warsaw
Arrival train stations in Poznan

Which Warsaw station do trains to Poznan leave from?

Trains from Warsaw to Poznan leave from Warszawa Centralna. The station is 1 km from Warsaw city centre at Al. Jerozolimskie 54, 00-024 Warsaw, Poland.
Warszawa CentralnaAl. Jerozolimskie 54, 00-024 Warsaw, Poland+48 22 474 13 13WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Warszawa Centralna from Warsaw city centre

Bus127, 128, 131, 158, 175, 507, 517, 520, 525, N32, N35, N37, N38, N85, N88, Z-9 · 1m · €1 · every ~193 min
520, 525, 131, N42, N31, N25, N81 · 2m · €1 · every ~60 min

Warszawa Centralna train station facilities and services

Warszawa Centralna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Strefa Centralna, Restauracja Halka

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Centralna. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Centralna. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Warszawa Centralna: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Warszawa Centralna: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Centralna: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Warsaw Marriott Hotel, InterContinental Warsaw, Novotel Warszawa Centrum.

Warszawa ZachodniaAleje Jerozolimskie 144, Warszawa, Poland+48 22 391 97 57WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Warszawa Zachodnia from Warsaw city centre

Warszawa Zachodnia is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS3 · 3m · €1 · every ~4 min
Wkd · 5m · €1 · every ~10 min
BusWkd Zka · 10m · €1
Z1, Z3 · 10m
848103 · 14m · €1
N1260, 1305 · 16m · €1
158, 517, 127, N35, N85 · 18m · €1 · every ~67 min

Warszawa Zachodnia train station facilities and services

Warszawa Zachodnia 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: Restaurant Warszawski Lukier, Bistro Trojka

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel, Campanile Varsovie, Golden Tulip Warsaw Centre.

Warszawa WschodniaKijowska 16, Warszawa, Poland+48 22 391 97 57WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Warszawa Wschodnia from Warsaw city centre

Warszawa Wschodnia is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainEc 130 · 6m · €1
Ic, Eip, Eic, Tlk · 6m · €1 · every ~13 min
R1, R2, R7, R3, R6, Re7, Re61, Re3, Re6, R61 · 8m · €3 · every ~18 min
BusPol31 · 9m · €1
N21, N71 · 21m · €1 · every ~3 min
Tram13, 22, 26, 79 · 12m · €1 · every ~25 min

Warszawa Wschodnia train station facilities and services

Warszawa Wschodnia 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: Mateusz Gessler Restaurant, Bistro Praga

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Wschodnia. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Wschodnia. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Hetman, Hotel Wiatraczna, Hotel Praski.

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