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POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews
Powerful museum documenting the history of Polish Jews through immersive galleries and important cultural context.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£37
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£37
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 d 3 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 d 3 h 10 m
Trains on 17 Sept
2
Distance
561 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Riga to Warsaw is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riga to Warsaw will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
To travel from Riga to Warsaw you need to make at least one change.




Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Riga to Warsaw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £37, while a flight costs an average of £229.
Distance: 561 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price | £229 Average Price | £97 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
27h 40m Average total duration 27h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 59m Average total duration 11h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg 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 Riga to Warsaw:
A train is £0.67 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Riga to Warsaw costing on average £38.
A train is £192 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Riga to Warsaw costing on average £229.
Other travel options to Warsaw take longer:
Coach takes on average 11h 29m.
Train takes on average 27h 10m.
Tickets start at around £37 compared to roughly £97 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £60. The journey takes 27h 10m versus 7h 24m 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 Riga to Warsaw trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:55 Riga | 27h10 | 20:05 Warsaw | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:55 Riga | 27h10 | 20:05 Warsaw | 1 change | |
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Trains from Riga to Warsaw run on average 2 times per day, taking around 27h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 16:55, the last at 16:55. The fastest train covers the 561 km distance in 27h 10m.
Distance 561 km |
Average train duration 27h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 27h 10m |
First train 16:55 |
Last train 16:55 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Powerful museum documenting the history of Polish Jews through immersive galleries and important cultural context.
Major national art museum with Polish and European painting, decorative arts and a noted Faras Gallery.
Interactive museum telling the story of the 1944 uprising through objects, testimonies and multimedia displays.
Historic market square lined with colourful townhouses, street performers and easy access to Old Town lanes.
Elegant royal route street linking key churches, palaces and monuments, best explored on foot between Old Town and centre.
Large city park with peacocks, lakeside paths and the Palace on the Isle, offering one of Warsaw's best walks.
Hearty rye soup with fermented starter, sausage and egg, often served in a bread bowl. A classic Polish Easter and everyday comfort dish.
Pan-fried dumplings with fillings such as meat, cabbage and mushrooms, or potato and cheese. A staple of Polish home cooking and festive tables.
Slow-cooked hunter’s stew of sauerkraut, fresh cabbage and assorted meats. It is one of Poland’s most traditional and robust national dishes.
Refined Polish dining by the Royal Castle, focusing on seasonal ingredients and elegant interpretations of national cuisine.
Historic, traditional restaurant near the Old Town serving Polish classics in an old-fashioned, atmospheric interior.
Long-established Warsaw institution known for Polish dishes, cakes and a grand dining room with a classic city-centre feel.
Moderate for Europe: rooms, dining and public transport are usually cheaper than in Western European capitals, though central hotels and top restaurants cost more.
Tipping is appreciated but not compulsory. In restaurants, 10% is common for good service. Round up in cafés and taxis, or add a small tip if service was helpful.
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