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Muzeum Żydowskie i Synagoga w Oświęcimiu
A moving museum about Jewish life in Oświęcim, set in the last surviving synagogue building and nearby exhibition spaces.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Oswiecim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Oswiecim will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 5 trains from Berlin to Oswiecim, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 489 km distance in an average of 8 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 50 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.

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Trains from Berlin to Oswiecim run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 21:38. The fastest train covers the 489 km distance in 7h 9m.
Distance 489 km |
Average train duration 9h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 7h 9m |
First train 0:39 |
Last train 21:38 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Berlin to Oswiecim.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Oswiecim trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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RJ 173 · EC 117 | On time 9:28 Berlin Hbf | 9h56 | 19:24 Oświęcim | 1 change | |
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A moving museum about Jewish life in Oświęcim, set in the last surviving synagogue building and nearby exhibition spaces.
The town museum in the castle presents local history, archaeology and regional culture inside a restored historic residence.
A small educational museum focused on the town’s residents who helped prisoners during the German occupation.
A riverside park and promenade beside the Soła, popular for walking, cycling and relaxed views near the old town.
The rebuilt historic street of the former Jewish quarter, now a calm lane with heritage buildings and museum access.
A pleasant old-town walking area around the market square, with townhouses, small lanes and frequent local events.
A rich rye soup with smoked sausage and egg, often served in a bread bowl. A staple of Lesser Poland and a classic comfort dish.
Handmade dumplings filled with potato and fresh cheese, then boiled and often fried in butter. One of Poland’s most loved traditional dishes.
A slow-cooked hunter’s stew of sauerkraut, cabbage and mixed meats. Deeply traditional and especially popular in southern Poland.
Traditional Polish restaurant in the Old Town area, known for hearty regional dishes in a relaxed historic setting.
Established restaurant serving Polish and European dishes, with a calm atmosphere suitable for a longer meal.
Casual local venue popular for simple Polish favourites and everyday dining near the town centre.
Oświęcim is budget-friendly by Polish tourist standards, with modest hotel, dining and local transport costs compared with Kraków and larger European city breaks.
Service is not always included. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. In cafés, small change is fine. For taxis, round up the fare.
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Oświęcim -> Rynek Główny, Oświęcim
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Oswiecim 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 Oswiecim, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Berlin to Oswiecim trains use the Berlin Hbf to Oświęcim station pair. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Oswiecim train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Gesundbrunnen is 3 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Gesundbrunnen 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.
Food options include: La Femme, Insel Snack, Curry-Baude, BAK Breakfast House
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. ATMs are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. Information desks are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Luisenbad, Citylight Hotel, Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte.
Berlin Ostbahnhof is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Ostbahnhof 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.
Food options include: Jäger & Lustig, BLOCK HOUSE, Pizza und Pasta, Lang Van II
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Ostbahnhof. ATMs are available at Berlin Ostbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Ostbahnhof. Information desks are available at Berlin Ostbahnhof.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Ostbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Ostbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Ostbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Ostbahnhof.
Nearby hotels include Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain, Armony Hotel, Nu hotel berlin, Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side.
Oświęcim is 1 km from Oswiecim city centre. Public transport options include:
Oświęcim has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restauracja La Rossa, Restauracja Portobello
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Ticket office support is available at Oświęcim. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Oświęcim. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oświęcim: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oświęcim: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oświęcim: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Oświęcim, Hotel Galicja Wellness & SPA, Hotel Olecki.
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