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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 15 Oct
£98
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£147
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
14 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
16 h 38 m
Trains on 15 Oct
9
Distance
1043 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Warsaw is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Warsaw will cost around £147 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £98.
To travel from Zurich to Warsaw you need to make at least one change.
IC 60409 · ICE 904 · EC 43
IR 3293 · S 30 · Fähre · 87556
EC 191 · ICE 502 · EC 431
ICE 274 · EC 41
EC 193 · IC 406
IC 794 · ICE 372 · S5 · EC 249
IC 772 · ICE 278 · S15 · EC 431
IC 60409 · ICE 904 · EC 43
IC 772 · ICE 278 · 21940 · EC 431
ICE 274 · EC 41Trains from Zurich to Warsaw run on average 3 times per day, taking around 15h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 1043 km distance in 12h 37m.
Distance 1043 km |
Average train duration 15h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 12h 37m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:52 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Warsaw trains for today, Wednesday 14 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 191 · ICE 502 · EC 431 | On time 11:32 Zurich HB | 18h28 | 6:00 Warsaw Central | 2 changes | |
IC 772 · ICE 278 · S15 · EC 431 | 12:58 Zurich HB | 17h02 | 6:00 Warsaw Central | 3 changes | |
EC 193 · IC 406 | On time 13:32 Zurich HB | 18h35 | 8:07 Warsaw Central | 1 change | |
ICE 274 · EC 41 | On time 16:58 Zurich HB | 18h02 | 11:00 Warsaw Central | 1 change | |
IC 60409 · ICE 904 · EC 43 | On time 19:58 Zurich HB | 17h02 | 13:00 Warsaw Central | 2 changes | |
IR 2290 · ICE 376 · S5 · EC 49 | On time 0:08 Zurich HB | 18h52 | 19:00 Warsaw Central | 3 changes | |
IR 3293 · S 30 · Fähre · 87556 | 0:17 Zurich HB | 19h42 | 19:59 Warsaw Central | 10 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Warsaw 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 Warsaw, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Warsaw trains use the Zürich HB to Warszawa Centralna station pair, with some services arriving at Warszawa Gdańska. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Warsaw train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Stadelhofen 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 options include: Outback Lodge, Tibits
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Opera Zurich, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich, Hotel Seehof.
Warszawa Centralna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Strefa Centralna, Restauracja Halka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Centralna. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Centralna. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Centralna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Centralna: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Centralna: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warsaw Marriott Hotel, InterContinental Warsaw, Novotel Warszawa Centrum.
Warszawa Gdańska is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa Gdańska 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 options include: Restauracja Polska Różana, Kawiarnia Kafka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Gdańska. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Gdańska. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Gdańska: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Gdańska: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Gdańska: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Warszawa Stare Miasto, Hotel Hetman, Hotel Maria.
Warszawa Zachodnia is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa Zachodnia 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 options include: Restaurant Warszawski Lukier, Bistro Trojka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel, Campanile Varsovie, Golden Tulip Warsaw Centre.
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