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Muzeum Okręgowe w Pile
Regional museum presenting the history of Piła and northern Wielkopolska through archaeology, documents, photographs, and local culture.
Cheapest price on 11 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 11 Sept
£37
Fastest journey on 11 Sept
4 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 11 Sept
4 h 35 m
Trains on 11 Sept
4
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Piła is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Piła will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
To travel from Berlin to Piła you need to make at least one change.
EC 41 · IC 3816
EC 43 · IC 3804
EC 45 · R 78945
5163 · R 88356 · R 85728
5163 · R 88356 · R 85728
EC 45 · R 78945
EC 41 · IC 3816
EC 43 · IC 3804Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Piła among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, while a flight costs an average of £165.
Distance: 234 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£41 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £165 Average Price | £35 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 19m Average total duration 11h 19m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Piła:
A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Piła costing on average £41.
A coach is £131 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Piła costing on average £165.
Other travel options to Piła take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 56m.
Flight takes on average 11h 19m.
Tickets start at around £41 compared to roughly £35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-5.89. The journey takes 4h 4m versus 3h 52m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Piła trains for today, Thursday 10 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5165 · TLK 85110 | 12:38 Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 4h36 | 17:14 Piła Główna | 1 change | |
EC 49 · R 78949 | On time 13:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 4h30 | 18:27 Piła Główna | 1 change | |
EC 231 · IC 3812 | On time 14:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 3h51 | 18:48 Piła Główna | 1 change | |
5173 · R 88364 · R 88482 | 16:38 Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 5h55 | 22:33 Piła Główna | 2 changes | |
| Friday 11 September | |||||
EC 41 · IC 3816 | On time 5:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 4h49 | 10:46 Piła Główna | 1 change | |
EC 43 · IC 3804 | On time 7:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 4h52 | 12:49 Piła Główna | 1 change | |
EC 45 · R 78945 | On time 9:57 Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 4h29 | 14:26 Piła Główna | 1 change | |
5163 · R 88356 · R 85728 | 11:38 Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 4h10 | 15:48 Piła Główna | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Berlin to Piła run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 21:06. The fastest train covers the 234 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 234 km |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 21:06 |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Piła — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Piła trip today.
Regional museum presenting the history of Piła and northern Wielkopolska through archaeology, documents, photographs, and local culture.
Contemporary art gallery hosting rotating exhibitions by Polish artists, worth visiting for changing shows in a central cultural venue.
Specialist museum on author Stanisław Staszic, with exhibitions on his life, ideas, and links to the city’s cultural memory.
Central city park and island area by the Gwda, popular for walks, greenery, riverside views, and relaxed time close to the centre.
Important central square used for events and everyday city life, surrounded by shops and public buildings in the heart of Piła.
Popular riverside walking and cycling area along the Gwda, appreciated for green scenery, open space, and an active local atmosphere.
Classic Polish rye soup with fermented rye starter, often served with sausage and egg. A staple at family tables across Greater Poland and nearby regions.
Duck roasted until crisp, traditionally served with apples or red cabbage. A well-known dish in Greater Poland and a strong regional comfort food.
Potato dumplings typical of Greater Poland, made from raw and cooked potatoes. They are a regional icon, usually paired with meat gravy.
Stylish restaurant serving modern Polish and European dishes in a smart yet relaxed setting, suitable for dinner and small celebrations.
Popular casual venue known for burgers and grilled dishes, with a lively atmosphere and reliable choice for an informal meal.
Established pizzeria and restaurant offering pizzas, pasta and familiar mains in a family-friendly setting in central Piła.
Piła is budget-friendly by Polish standards, with low hotel rates, inexpensive local meals and cheap public transport compared with larger tourist cities.
Tipping is optional but appreciated. Leave 10% in restaurants for good service, round up in cafés, and round up taxi fares slightly.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Piła 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 Piła, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Berlin to Piła trains use the Berlin Hbf to Piła Główna station pair. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Piła 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-Lichtenberg is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Food options include: AVCI Bistro, Restaurant Athos, Yoko Sushi, Payamlino Bistro
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin-Lichtenberg. ATMs are available at Berlin-Lichtenberg.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin-Lichtenberg. Information desks are available at Berlin-Lichtenberg.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin-Lichtenberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin-Lichtenberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin-Lichtenberg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin-Lichtenberg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Nova, Pension Adamshof, Pension Zum Lichtenberger.
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau 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: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
Piła Główna is 1 km from Piła city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Piła Główna has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Piła Główna.
ATMs are available at Piła Główna.
Available at Piła Główna: Taxis, WC.
Available at Piła Główna: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Piła Główna.
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