- 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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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bydgoszcz to Łódź
Showing times and prices for 26 Aug
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
182 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bydgoszcz to Łódź is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bydgoszcz to Łódź will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Bydgoszcz for Łódź every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 182 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.
11:502h47Bydgoszcz14:37Łódź£381One-way0 changes- 10:562h43Bydgoszcz13:39Łódź£421One-way0 changes
- 11:562h43Bydgoszcz14:39Łódź£421One-way0 changes
- 11:562h43Bydgoszcz14:39Łódź£421One-way0 changes
- 10:562h43Bydgoszcz13:39Łódź£421One-way0 changes
- 11:502h47Bydgoszcz14:37Łódź£381One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for Bydgoszcz to Łódź
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bydgoszcz to Łódź 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 coach which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 182 km
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Deutsche Bahn as well as PKP Intercity or Polregio offer trains services from Bydgoszcz to Łódź.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bydgoszcz to Łódź
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Trains from Bydgoszcz to Łódź run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:53, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 182 km distance in 2h 42m.
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 £9
Distance 182 km |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 0:53 |
Last train 22:29 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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 £9
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity, Polregio from Bydgoszcz to Łódź trainsDeutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity, Polregio trains will get you between Bydgoszcz and Łódź from £9. 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 Duration
2h 42m
Cheapest Price
£38
Deutsche Bahn frequency
4 a day
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.
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.
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.
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
PKP Intercity
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 43m
Cheapest Price
£15
PKP Intercity frequency
8 a day
Polregio
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
£9
Polregio frequency
1 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 Sztuki ms2
Important modern and contemporary art museum in the Manufaktura complex, known for avant-garde works and thoughtful rotating exhibitions.
- 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.
- Must visit
Ulica Piotrkowska
Łódź’s signature boulevard lined with historic facades, courtyards, murals and monuments; ideal for walking and understanding the city’s character.
- Must visit
Księży Młyn
Former workers’ housing estate with red-brick homes and intimate streets, valued for its preserved industrial-era atmosphere and local feel.
- Recommended
EC1 Łódź – Miasto Kultury
Revitalised former power station and EC1 complex with striking industrial architecture, public spaces and cultural venues near the main station.
Rosół z kulkami matzowymi
A rich Jewish-style chicken soup with matzo balls, long linked to Łódź’s historic Jewish community and local home cooking traditions.
Pyzy
Potato dumplings filled with meat or mushrooms, a classic central Polish comfort dish widely eaten in Łódź homes and milk bars.
- Vegetarian
Kulebiak z kaszą i grzybami
Buckwheat groats, cabbage and mushrooms baked in pastry. This old Polish dish is associated with central Poland and traditional festive cooking.
Zielona
Popular vegetarian restaurant with creative meat-free dishes, cakes and drinks in an informal, contemporary atmosphere.
Karczma u Chochoła
Well-known casual venue serving traditional Polish dishes and regional classics in a warm, straightforward setting.
Anatewka
Stylish restaurant on Piotrkowska known for modern Polish cooking and a polished but relaxed city-centre atmosphere.
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.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- zł 4.40
- Day pass
- zł 13.00
To the city centre
Łódź Kaliska -> Piotrkowska Street, Łódź
- Distance
- 3 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Buy and activate tickets in MigAppka; MPK says it supports card payments and BLIK for ticket purchases.
- Łódź uses 20-, 40-, 80-minute and 24-hour tickets across zones 1 and 2. Activate your ticket as soon as you board.
FAQs: Bydgoszcz to Łódź train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bydgoszcz 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 Bydgoszcz to Łódź can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £38, while the average price tends to be around £41.
The train journey from Bydgoszcz to Łódź covers a distance of 182 km and takes approximately 2h 42m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Bydgoszcz to Łódź is 182 km.
The first train from Bydgoszcz to Łódź leaves at 0:53.
The last train from Bydgoszcz to Łódź departs at 22:29.
Trains from Bydgoszcz to Łódź run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bydgoszcz and Łódź. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity, Polregio.
To get from Bydgoszcz to Łódź, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bydgoszcz to Łódź.
The train station in Bydgoszcz that goes to Łódź is Bydgoszcz Główna, and it arrives at Łódź Kaliska.
The cheapest way to get from Bydgoszcz to Łódź is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Bydgoszcz 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 Bydgoszcz to Łódź offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, featuring charming Polish countryside, small villages, and glimpses of regional architecture, making it a moderately scenic route.
A day trip from Bydgoszcz to Łódź is not feasible, as the journey takes 2h 42m. Trains run 3 times per day over a distance of 182 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 Bydgoszcz to Łódź.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bydgoszcz and Łódź
Most Bydgoszcz to Łódź trains use the Bydgoszcz Główna to Łódź Kaliska station pair, with some services arriving at Łódź Widzew. Use this guide to compare Bydgoszcz and Łódź train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Bydgoszcz
Arrival train stations in Łódź
Which Bydgoszcz station do trains to Łódź leave from?
Trains from Bydgoszcz to Łódź leave from Bydgoszcz Główna. The station is 2 km from Bydgoszcz city centre at Zygmunta Augusta 7, 85-082 Bydgoszcz, Poland.
Bydgoszcz GłównaZygmunta Augusta 7, 85-082 Bydgoszcz, Poland+48 52 322 22 22
City-centre transport
Getting to Bydgoszcz Główna from Bydgoszcz city centre
Bydgoszcz Główna is 1 km from Bydgoszcz city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus33N, 67 · 7m · every ~7 min
Tram5, 8, 9 · 7m · £0.90 · every ~19 min
Bydgoszcz Główna train station facilities and services
Bydgoszcz Główna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Karczma Młyńska, Restauracja Weranda
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bydgoszcz Główna. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bydgoszcz Główna. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bydgoszcz Główna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bydgoszcz Główna: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bydgoszcz Główna: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Bydgoszcz Sepia, Holiday Inn Bydgoszcz, Focus Hotel Premium Pod Orłem.
Which Łódź station do trains from Bydgoszcz arrive at?
Trains from Bydgoszcz to Łódź most often arrive at Łódź Kaliska. Some services arrive at Łódź Widzew, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Łódź arrival station.
Łódź KaliskaAl. Włókniarzy 227, 90-001 Łódź, Poland+48 42 633 33 44
City-centre transport
Getting to Łódź Kaliska from Łódź city centre
Łódź Kaliska is 2 km from Łódź city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainIr, R · 37m · £4
Bus80A, 80B · 21m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
Tram8 · 14m · £0.90 · every ~15 min
12 · 21m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
12, 18 · 23m · £0.90 · every ~13 min
Łódź Kaliska train station facilities and services
Łódź Kaliska has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restauracja Polska, Manekin Łódź
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Łódź Kaliska. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Łódź Kaliska. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Łódź Kaliska: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Łódź Kaliska: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Łódź Kaliska: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Tobaco, Hotel Reymont, Hotel Focus Łódź.
Łódź Widzew92-305 Łódź, Poland
City-centre transport
Getting to Łódź Widzew from Łódź city centre
Łódź Widzew is 5 km from Łódź city centre. Public transport options include:
Train12365, 12231, 12227, 12225, 12221, 12219, 12209, 11543, 11541, 11539, 12373, 12383, 14415, 14413, 14411, 14409, 14407, 14403, 14237, 11535, 14203, 14405, 11533, 11527, 11405, 11427, 11529, 14401, 12211, 11503, 11433, 11441, 11439, 11525, 11523, 11519, 11517, 11515, 11511, 11509, 11507, 11501, 11445, 12381, 12363, 12371, 99107, 99109, 99289, 99999, 11505, 12217, 12223, 11425, 11431, 11513, 11521, 11537, 12203, 12207, 12213, 11531, 12215, 12379, 12361, 12375, 17113, 12205, 11545, 1941, 1931, 1933, 1935, 1939, 1937, 1945, 1947, 1949, 1951, 1953, 1943, 17051, 17111 · 6m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
Bus75A, 75B, 82A, 82B, N1a, N1b · 9m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Tram7, 9, 10A, 10B · 17m · £0.90 · every ~21 min
Łódź Widzew train station facilities and services
Łódź Widzew has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Łódź Widzew.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Łódź Widzew.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Łódź Widzew: Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Łódź Widzew: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Łódź Widzew.
Łódź FabrycznaPlac Bronisława Sałacińskiego 1, 90-126 Łódź, Poland
City-centre transport
Getting to Łódź Fabryczna from Łódź city centre
Łódź Fabryczna is 2 km from Łódź city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Łódź Fabryczna train station facilities and services
Łódź Fabryczna has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Łódź Fabryczna.
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