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The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Łódź

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£27

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£57

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

5 h 17 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

5 h 27 m

Trains on 17 Sept

Distance

422 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Berlin to Łódź will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.

Fast trains

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 40 trains from Berlin to Łódź, including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 422 km distance in an average of 5 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 17 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 34 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.

EC 431 · LKA 11450
21:037h22
Berlin-Lichtenberg station
4:25Łódź Kaliska
£271One-way
1 change
EC 431
21:037h31
Berlin-Lichtenberg station
4:34Łódź Widzew
£271One-way
0 changes
EC 431 · R 14206
21:038h04
Berlin-Lichtenberg station
5:07Łódź
£271One-way
1 change
33785 · EC 431 · LKA 11450
21:526h33
Ostkreuz
4:25Łódź Kaliska
£311One-way
2 changes
33743 · EC 431 · LKA 11450
21:167h09
Ostkreuz
4:25Łódź Kaliska
£311One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Berlin to Łódź

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Łódź among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, while a train costs an average of £43.

Distance: 422 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Driving
£43 Average Price	£29 Average Price Cheapest	£93 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Łódź is a coach with an average price of £29.

This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Łódź:

A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Łódź costing on average £43.

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Łódź is by train with an average journey time of 5h 28m.

Other travel options to Łódź take longer:

Coach takes on average 6h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Berlin and Łódź including taking a train and coach.

Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £43 compared to roughly £93 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £49. The journey takes 5h 28m versus 5h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Berlin to Łódź train times

The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Łódź trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
EC 41 · IC 5422	On time 5:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	6h00	11:57 Łódź Widzew	1 change
EC 41 · IC 5422	On time 5:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	5h43	11:40 Łódź Kaliska	1 change
EC 41 · IC 5422 · LKA 21212	On time 5:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	6h12	12:09 Łódź	2 changes
EC 41 · IC 5116	On time 5:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	6h29	12:26 Łódź	1 change
EC 43 · IC 8322	On time 7:58 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	5h26	13:24 Łódź Kaliska	1 change
EC 43 · IC 8322 · LKA 21216	On time 7:58 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	6h10	14:08 Łódź	2 changes
EC 43 · IC 8322 · LKA 97676 · LKA 21370	On time 7:58 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	5h49	13:47 Łódź	3 changes
EC 43 · IC 1902	On time 7:58 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	6h29	14:27 Łódź	1 change
EC 43 · IC 8322 · LKA 97676	On time 7:58 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	5h37	13:35 Łódź Widzew	2 changes
EC 43 · IC 8322	On time 7:58 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	5h43	13:41 Łódź Widzew	1 change
EC 45 · LKA 97866	On time 9:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	5h27	15:24 Łódź Kaliska	1 change
EC 45 · IC 5114	On time 9:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	6h32	16:29 Łódź	1 change
EC 45 · IC 8220	On time 9:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	5h32	15:29 Łódź Widzew	1 change
EC 45 · IC 8220 · LKA 21220	On time 9:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	6h29	16:26 Łódź	2 changes
EC 47 · LKA 97874	On time 11:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	5h52	17:49 Łódź Kaliska	1 change
EC 47 · LKA 97874	On time 11:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	6h21	18:18 Łódź Widzew	1 change
EC 47 · LKA 97874 · LKA 97690	On time 11:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	6h07	18:04 Łódź Widzew	2 changes
EC 47 · IC 8114	On time 11:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	6h33	18:30 Łódź	1 change
EC 47 · LKA 97874 · LKA 97690 · LKA 21378	On time 11:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	6h23	18:20 Łódź	3 changes
EC 49 · IC 8320	On time 13:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	5h17	19:14 Łódź Kaliska	1 change
EC 49 · IC 8320	On time 13:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	5h34	19:31 Łódź Widzew	1 change
EC 49 · IC 5112	On time 13:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	6h30	20:27 Łódź	1 change
EC 49 · IC 5420 · LKA 21226	On time 13:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	6h01	19:58 Łódź	2 changes
EC 231 · EIC 8104 · IC 5122	On time 14:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	6h23	21:20 Łódź Widzew	2 changes
EC 231 · IC 7200 · LKA 97793	On time 14:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	6h25	21:22 Łódź Kaliska	2 changes
EC 231 · EIC 8104 · IC 5122	On time 14:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	6h30	21:27 Łódź	2 changes
EC 247 · IC 8120	On time 15:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	5h52	21:49 Łódź Widzew	1 change
EC 247 · IC 5128	On time 15:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	5h35	21:32 Łódź Kaliska	1 change
EC 247 · IC 8120	On time 15:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	5h59	21:56 Łódź	1 change
EC 249 · LKA 97864	On time 17:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	5h37	23:34 Łódź Kaliska	1 change
EC 249 · LKA 97864 · LKA 97962	On time 17:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	5h57	23:54 Łódź Widzew	2 changes
EC 249 · LKA 97864	On time 17:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	5h59	23:56 Łódź Widzew	1 change
EC 249 · IC 1910	On time 17:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	6h30	0:27 Łódź	1 change
EC 431 · LKA 11450	21:03 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	7h22	4:25 Łódź Kaliska	1 change
EC 431	21:03 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	7h31	4:34 Łódź Widzew	0 changesdirect
EC 431 · R 14206	21:03 Berlin-Lichtenberg station	8h04	5:07 Łódź	1 change
33743 · EC 431 · LKA 11450	21:16 Ostkreuz	7h09	4:25 Łódź Kaliska	2 changes
33743 · EC 431	21:16 Ostkreuz	7h18	4:34 Łódź Widzew	1 change
33743 · EC 431 · R 14206	21:16 Ostkreuz	7h51	5:07 Łódź	2 changes
33785 · EC 431 · LKA 11450	21:52 Ostkreuz	6h33	4:25 Łódź Kaliska	2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Berlin to Łódź

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Poland

Trains from Berlin to Łódź run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 422 km distance in 5h 20m.

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

Coach from £18

Distance

422 km

Average train duration

5h 28m

Cheapest ticket price

£27

Trains per day

Fastest train

5h 20m

First train

0:01

Last train

23:48

Cheapest Month

May

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Oct - Dec

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Wed

Best time to book

28 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £18

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Berlin to Łódź trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Berlin and Łódź from £18. 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

5h 20m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price

£27

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

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Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration

5h 14m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price

£54

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency

5 a day

Complete guide to Łódź

Things to do in Łódź

Discover the best of Łódź — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Łódź trip today.

Must visit

Muzeum Miasta Łodzi

Major city museum inside Poznański’s palace, presenting Łódź’s history through period interiors, urban stories and changing exhibitions.

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Must visit

Muzeum Sztuki ms2

Important modern and contemporary art museum in the Manufaktura complex, known for avant-garde works and thoughtful rotating exhibitions.

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Recommended

Muzeum Sztuki ms1

Branch of the art museum in Maurycy Poznański’s palace, where historic interiors frame modern art and changing displays in a central setting.

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Polish złoty (zł)

Łódź is budget-friendly versus many European city breaks, with low dining, accommodation and public transport costs for tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget: 25-40 zł for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range: 50-90 zł per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: 120 zł+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: 10-18 zł for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is not always included. Tip about 10% in restaurants for good service, round up in cafés, and round up or add about 10% for taxis.

FAQs: Berlin to Łódź train

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

The cost of a train ticket from Berlin to Łódź can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £43.

The train journey from Berlin to Łódź covers a distance of 422 km and takes approximately 5h 20m. Trains run 5 per day.

The train distance from Berlin to Łódź is 422 km.

The first train from Berlin to Łódź leaves at 0:01.

The last train from Berlin to Łódź departs at 23:48.

Trains from Berlin to Łódź run approximately 5 times per day.

Yes, there is a direct train between Berlin and Łódź. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.

To get from Berlin to Łódź, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

There is no night train service from Berlin to Łódź.

The train station in Berlin that goes to Łódź is Berlin Hbf, and it arrives at Łódź Kaliska.

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Łódź is by coach, costing approximately £18.

Booking trains from Berlin to Łódź in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Berlin to Łódź is moderately scenic, offering views of the German countryside, quaint villages, and lush green landscapes as you travel eastwards. While it may not feature dramatic vistas like mountainous regions, it provides a pleasant and relaxing ride through diverse terrains.

A day trip from Berlin to Łódź is not feasible, as the journey takes 5h 20m. There are 4 trains available per day. The distance is 422 km.

In Łódź, you can explore the vibrant street art scene with murals and installations throughout the city, visit the Central Museum of Textiles to learn about the city's rich textile history, and enjoy a performance at the Grand Theatre, one of Poland's leading opera houses. Relax in the Palm House, a lush botanical garden with exotic plants, and discover the Jewish heritage with a tour of the Jewish Cemetery and the Radegast Station memorial. Don't miss Piotrkowska Street, the main thoroughfare lined with shops, restaurants, and historic buildings, or Manufaktura, a large shopping and cultural centre in a former textile factory. Visit the Łódź Film School, known for its contribution to Polish cinema, or explore EC1 Łódź, a revitalised power plant now serving as a science and technology centre. Księży Młyn offers a glimpse into 19th-century industrial architecture and cultural sites.

To explore Łódź, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended, allowing time to visit key attractions like Piotrkowska Street, the Manufaktura complex, and the Łódź Film Museum, while also enjoying the city's vibrant cultural scene.

Yes, you can take the train from Berlin to Łódź.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Łódź

Most Berlin to Łódź trains use the Berlin Hbf to Łódź Kaliska station pair, with some services arriving at Łódź Widzew. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Łódź train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Berlin

Arrival train stations in Łódź

Which Berlin station do trains to Łódź leave from?

Trains from Berlin to Łódź leave from Berlin Hbf. The station is 3 km from Berlin city centre at Europaplatz 1, 10557 Berlin, Germany.

Berlin HbfEuropaplatz 1, 10557 Berlin, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre

Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb23, Re2, Rb14, Re7, Fex · 5m · £3 · every ~6 min

U5 · 8m · £3 · every ~25 min

BusN40, 142 · 12m · £2 · every ~8 min

170, 270, 170A, 157A, 157 · 18m · £0.90

TramM8 · 13m · £3 · every ~12 min

Berlin Hbf train station facilities and services

Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.

More about Berlin Hbf

Berlin-LichtenbergBerlin-Lichtenberg, Weitlingstr. 22, 10317 Berlin Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Berlin-Lichtenberg from Berlin city centre

Berlin-Lichtenberg is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainU5 · 12m · £3 · every ~25 min

Re2 · 13m · £2

S7, S5, S75 · 20m · £3 · every ~28 min

BusN5 · 17m · £3 · every ~1 min

240 · 27m · £3 · every ~10 min

Berlin-Lichtenberg train station facilities and services

Berlin-Lichtenberg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.