The cheapest and fastest trains from Białystok to Ełk
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Białystok to Ełk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Białystok to Ełk will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 5 trains that leave Białystok for Ełk every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 40 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.
R 1580310:431h39Białystok station12:22Ełk£301One-way0 changes
TLK 1511015:151h18Białystok station16:33Ełk£301One-way0 changes
R 1580514:351h40Białystok station16:15Ełk£301One-way0 changes
R 1580718:051h33Białystok station19:38Ełk£301One-way0 changes
IC 352310:071h15Białystok station11:22Ełk£301One-way0 changes
IC 352310:071h15Białystok station11:22Ełk£301One-way0 changes
TLK 1511015:151h18Białystok station16:33Ełk£301One-way0 changes
R 1580718:051h33Białystok station19:38Ełk£301One-way0 changes
R 1580310:431h39Białystok station12:22Ełk£301One-way0 changes
R 1580514:351h40Białystok station16:15Ełk£301One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Białystok to Ełk
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Białystok to Ełk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 93 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£25 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Białystok to Ełk train times
The table below shows live departures for Białystok to Ełk trains for today, Wednesday 6 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 3523 | 10:07 Białystok station | 1h15 | 11:22 Ełk | 0 changesdirect | |
R 15803 | 10:43 Białystok station | 1h39 | 12:22 Ełk | 0 changesdirect | |
R 15805 | 14:35 Białystok station | 1h40 | 16:15 Ełk | 0 changesdirect | |
TLK 15110 | 15:15 Białystok station | 1h18 | 16:33 Ełk | 0 changesdirect | |
R 15807 | 18:05 Białystok station | 1h33 | 19:38 Ełk | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Białystok to Ełk
Trains from Białystok to Ełk run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 21:53. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 5:24 |
Last train 21:53 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity, Polregio from Białystok to Ełk trainsDeutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity, Polregio trains will get you between Białystok and Ełk from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
PKP Intercity
Polregio
FAQs: Białystok to Ełk train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Białystok to Ełk 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 Ełk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Białystok and Ełk
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from ul. Kolejowa.
- Restaurant Esperanto
- Kawelin
- Outside the main entrance.
- PLN 2
- Hotel Branicki
- Best Western Hotel Cristal
- Hotel Golebiewski
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2

