Route guide

Amsterdam → Warsaw

1093 km · Netherlands to Poland · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €36+ by bus

How to travel from Amsterdam to Warsaw

There are 4 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Warsaw — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€81–237

Duration: 9h 7m

via NS (Intercity), PKP Intercity

~15 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€36–97

Duration: 15h 37m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet

~31 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€79–251

Duration: 3h 57m

via Ryanair, easyJet, KLM, Transavia, LOT

~171 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€131–241

Duration: 12h 9m

~186 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Amsterdam and Warsaw highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1093 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Netherlands into Poland. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Amsterdam to Warsaw — every option in detail

Amsterdam to Warsaw by train

Trains link Amsterdam (Netherlands) and Warsaw (Poland) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 9h 7m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include NS (Intercity), PKP Intercity.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €81 to €237. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 15 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 171 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~156 kg on this distance.

Amsterdam to Warsaw by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Amsterdam and Warsaw with a typical journey of 15h 37m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.

Fares start from around €36 when booked in advance, rising to €97 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Amsterdam to Warsaw by flight

Flights between Amsterdam and Warsaw take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 57m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, KLM, Transavia, LOT.

Typical fare range is €79–251. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 171 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Amsterdam to Warsaw by car

The driving distance from Amsterdam to Warsaw is approximately 1257 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 12h 9m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €131–241 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Netherlands–Poland border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 186 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Amsterdam and Warsaw is approximately 1093 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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