Poland by coach

Traveling by bus in Poland is definitely one of the safest and cheapest ways of traveling while ensuring at the same time that you don't miss out on the beautiful natural landscapes around the country. Thanks to the well connected bus network between Poland cities it is easy to reach the majority of the most popular destinations within the country in a day.

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Intercity buses in Poland

In Poland intercity buses are available on more than 3191 travel combinations, while traveling with an average speed of 62 km/h. Of course, intercity bus routes via highway have a higher average speed. The majority of the Poland intercity buses are comfortable long distance coaches, but older vehicles might be used on busier travel days.

The timetable for popular intercity bus routes like Krakow - Katowice (Airport) or Katowice (Airport) - Krakow can be found online, but for some shorter intercity bus routes you might have to go to the bus station. Tickets are sold both online and on the spot, but after the COVID-19 pandemic an increasing number of travellers prefer buying their tickets online.

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Domestic routes

As mentioned above there are more than 3191 domestic intercity bus travel combinations in Poland. Below you will find some of the most popular Poland travel routes with minimal or no stops along the way:

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International routes

From Poland there are international bus routes to neighboring countries such as Germany, Czech Republic and Slovakia, as well as to other countries such as Estonia, Austria and Netherlands.

The majority of these international bus lines are daily departures, that are operated by various Poland bus companies.

Most of the International bus departures drive from Warsaw, Bialystok and Krakow (Airport). Of course, there are also some international bus departures from other cities throughout the country.

Below we have listed the most popular international bus routes:

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Airport buses in Poland

If you are flying to Poland you will land in one of 12 airports located throughout the country. From the majority of Poland airports you have a bus shuttle to the nearest largest city and in some cases even intercity buses to other cities in the region. Click on the airport name below and read more about getting to and from the airport.

International airports:

Domestic airports:

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Bus companies in Poland

There are over 71 bus companies operating in Poland. 58 companies offer intercity bus lines, 6 companies drive airport shuttles, 1 companies operate regional and local lines, 28 bus companies offer bus rental and 6 companies offer bus tours. The bus companies are located in 35 cities throughout the country. The majority of companies can be found in Warsaw and Krakow.

58 intercity bus companies operating in Poland are very different in size. The largest Poland company Sindbad connects more than 334 cities, whereas the smallest intercity bus company Interglobus Follow me only has service to 1 cities.

Below we have listed some of the most popular bus companies in Poland. Full list of bus companies in Poland can be found here.

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Bus stations in Poland

In most cities there is a dedicated bus station, in smaller cities the bus station might be a parking lot with a shelter or a section on the road marked for multiple buses. In some cities buses also stop at public road bus stops or at gas stations and hotel parking lots. In larger cities you will find bus stations with amenities like toilets, luggage storage, kiosks, fast food restaurants and other useful services for travellers. In Poland there is a total of 335 bus stations, below we have listed 15 of the most popular bus stations, for a full list of bus stations in Poland click here.

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Hire a coach in Poland

Poland bus rental companies offer coaches for any kind of group trip, whether it’s a transfer from the airport to your hotel, or single and multi day excursions to the many sights in Poland. Rest assured you will be able to find a suitable partner. If you are travelling during the high season, it is advisable to book your bus in advance to secure one of the best vehicles for your group.
Here you can see a list of some companies offering bus rental in Poland:

Adamis Tours
EST Gdansk
Interglobus Follow me
Galicja Express
Sindbad

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Public transportation in Poland

In the majority of larger Poland cities, public transportation is available, in the cities like Warsaw or Krakow you have an extensive network of buses connecting all suburbs to the centre of the town.

Buying tickets for public transportation varies from city to city, sometimes they are bought at dedicated sales points and other times they are bought on the bus for example, so be sure to check which options are available for the city you are travelling in.

Here is a list of some Poland companies operating both local and suburban bus lines.

Polonus
Miejskie Przedsiębiorstwo Komunikacyjne
Zarząd Transportu Metropolitalnego
Miejskie Przedsiębiorstwo Komunikacyjne w Poznaniu
MPK - Łódź Spółka
BP Tour

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Public transportation in Poland

As a visitor of Poland, you have lots of great Poland sights to visit. Some of the most popular sights are Fryderyk Chopin Museum (Warsaw), Malbork Castle (Malbork) and Łazienki Park (Warsaw). That said, there are a lot of other sights in Poland worth visiting! Some of the sights do not have an entrance fee, whilst others charge for entrance. Below you will find a list of the most popular sights in Poland:

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FAQ about buses in Poland