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Muzeum w Zgorzelcu
Main municipal museum presenting the history of Zgorzelec and the Upper Lusatia area through local artefacts and changing displays.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£56
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£87
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 38 m
Trains on 18 Sept
11
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Zgorzelec is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Zgorzelec will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
To travel from Berlin to Zgorzelec you need to make at least 2 changes.
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IC 2177 · Bus RE1+
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KD 69526
RJ 383+
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75821 · 92122 · 68827 · Bus 5317Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Zgorzelec among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 27m. 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 £34, while a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 188 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£56 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Zgorzelec:
A coach is £23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Zgorzelec costing on average £56.
Other travel options to Zgorzelec take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 8m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (2h 57m by train vs 3h 4m by car). Tickets start at around £56 compared to roughly £30 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Zgorzelec trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:26 Berlin | 3h17 | 9:43 Zgorzelec | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:26 Berlin | 3h27 | 10:53 Zgorzelec | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:26 Berlin | 3h27 | 12:53 Zgorzelec | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:28 Berlin | 3h25 | 17:53 Zgorzelec | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:26 Berlin | 3h28 | 19:54 Zgorzelec | 0 changesdirect |
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Trains from Berlin to Zgorzelec run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:33 |
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Discover the best of Zgorzelec — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zgorzelec trip today.
Main municipal museum presenting the history of Zgorzelec and the Upper Lusatia area through local artefacts and changing displays.
Modern gallery and cultural venue on the Nysa riverfront, known for cross-border exhibitions and contemporary artistic projects.
Exhibition venue in nearby Görlitz with strong Upper Lusatian context, easy to reach from Zgorzelec and useful for understanding the shared region.
Riverside promenade with historic townhouses, cafés nearby and excellent views towards Görlitz. It is the best area for a relaxed walk.
The old town quarter by the river preserves historic character and is ideal for exploring lanes, viewpoints and cross-border city scenery.
A pleasant walking route along the Lusatian Neisse with open views, benches and easy access to bridges and riverside landmarks.
Pierogi are Polish dumplings with fillings such as potato and cheese, meat or cabbage. They are a staple comfort food eaten across Lower Silesia and nearby homes.
Bigos is a slow-cooked hunter’s stew of sauerkraut, fresh cabbage and mixed meats. It is a classic festive dish deeply rooted in Polish home cooking.
Żurek is a sour rye soup, usually served with sausage and egg. Its fermented flavour makes it one of Poland’s most distinctive traditional soups.
Popular casual venue for pizza and comfort food, useful for a relaxed meal with broad local appeal.
Casual Polish restaurant known for pierogi, soups and hearty mains in a relaxed setting near the town centre.
Established restaurant serving Polish and European dishes, with a more formal atmosphere suited to a longer dinner.
Budget-friendly for Poland and cheaper than many German border towns, with low dining costs and inexpensive local transport; accommodation is usually modestly priced.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is enough.
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Zgorzelec station -> Plac Pocztowy, Zgorzelec
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Zgorzelec 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 Zgorzelec, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Berlin to Zgorzelec trains use the Berlin Hbf to Zgorzelec station pair, with some services arriving at Zgorzelec Miasto. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Zgorzelec train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Berlin Ostkreuz is 4 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Ostkreuz 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: India Spice, Jelänger Jelieber, JAS, Schneeweiß
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Ostkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Ostkreuz.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Ostkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Ostkreuz.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Ostkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Ostkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Ostkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Ostkreuz.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, A&O Berlin Friedrichshain.
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 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.
Zgorzelec is 1 km from Zgorzelec city centre. Public transport options include:
Zgorzelec has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Zgorzelec.
ATMs are available at Zgorzelec.
Available at Zgorzelec: Parking, WC.
Available at Zgorzelec: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zgorzelec.
Zgorzelec Miasto has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Zgorzelec Miasto.
ATMs are available at Zgorzelec Miasto.
Available at Zgorzelec Miasto: Parking, WC.
Available at Zgorzelec Miasto: Bike Parking.
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