Other Polish Cities You Can Visit From Łódź

Like Łódź, Poland is full of interesting and surprising cities to visit, and its expanding network system makes it very easy to travel around. Here is an overview of some of Poland’s other gems, with details on how to reach them.

Palace of Culture and Science, Warsaw

Although tourist numbers have risen dramatically in recent years, Poland is still a relatively unexplored country. Sitting at the very centre of the country, Łódź makes a good base to explore the country. We have listed 14 cities, all of which can be reached from Łódź, some in a matter of hours. Below is a brief overview of each destination with links to find out more information about transport, with timetables and prices.

GetYourGuide offers day trips from Łódź to a number of cities and other key attractions. We have listed these below where relevant.

Other Polish Cities You Can Visit From Łódź

Due to its location, at the very centre of Poland, and the country’s increasingly excellent transport links, Łódź makes a great hub for further exploration of the country. You could fly into Warsaw, take the train to Łódź for a long weekend, before moving off to two or three other cities. Then return to Warsaw, before flying home again.

Most cities can be reached via public transport in a matter of hours. Our How To Get To Łódź page gives a brief overview of the national transport system.

Check prices and timetables for buses and flights with 12go and book instantly online. Trains can be booked via the national rail network and, in some cases, you’ll need to book coaches direct from Flixbus.

Kosciusko’s Market, Białystok © Zorro2212 / CC BY 3.0

Białystok

In the north east of Poland, Białystok has a lively cultural scene and a handful of tourist attractions, and is close to the UNESCO-listed Białowieski National Park and the oldest forests in Europe. You can reach Zielone Wzgórza train station in Białystok from Łódź Fabryczna, with a change of trains at Warsaw Central. The trip takes around 4 hours.

Check for transport options between Łódź and Białystok or use the other transport links above. There is a change of coach at Warsaw Chopin airport and the journey takes around 6 hours.

Mariacka Gate © 1bumer / CC BY-SA 3.0 PL

Gdańsk

On the Baltic coast, historic Gdańsk is one of Poland’s most popular destinations. You can read more about Gdańsk on our sister site GdanskVisit.com.

Gdańsk Wrzeszcz can be reached by train via Warsaw Central from Łódź Fabryczna station. The journey takes around 5 hours. Direct coach journeys are available from 4.5 hours.

Check for transport options between Łódź and Gdańsk or use the alternative transport links above.

Gdynia – beach and pier in Orłowo © Andrzej Otrębski / CC BY-SA 3.0

Gdynia

Gdynia is also a port city with some lovely sandy beaches, and also makes a great day trip from neighbouring Gdańsk.

Change in Warsaw for trains from Łódź Fabryczna to Gdynia Central. The journey takes about 5 hours. Direct coaches from Łódź to Gdynia take roughly 6 hours.

Check for transport options between Łódź and Gdynia or use the alternative transport links above.

Katowice station

Katowice

For something a bit different, Katowice is very post-industrial. It’s airport and proximity to Kraków make it worth consideration for travellers who want a future-facing (and very green) Poland, with dramatic, modern architecture.

There is a direct train from Łódź Widzew to Katowice, which takes just over 3 hours, and direct coaches take about 3 hours.

Check for transport options between Łódź and Katowice or use the alternative transport links above.

St. Mary’s Basilica, Kraków

Kraków

Beautiful and historic, stunning Kraków should be on everybody’s wishlist during a visit to Poland. You can read more about Kraków on our sister site VisitKrakow.com.

Direct trains are available from Łódź Kaliska, which take just over 3 hours, and direct coaches to the centre of Kraków take approximately 4 hours.

Check for transport options between Łódź and Kraków or use the alternative transport links above.

If you’re looking to visit Auschwitz, you can take a day trip from Łódź via GetYourGuide. This will pick you up and drive you to the memorial. You’ll receive a full 3.5-hour tour and lunch, before being driven back to Łódź at the end of the day.

Krakowskie Przedmieście Street in Lublin © Marcin Białek / CC BY-SA 4.0

Lublin

On the eastern side of Poland, Lublin is best known as a cultural and academic city. It has a rich Jewish heritage and was apparently referred to as the ‘Jewish Oxford’ in the Jagiellonian era. There is a nice mix of medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque, with some atmospheric cobbled streets.

Direct trains from Łódź Widzew to Lublin Główny take about 3 hours. Check for transport options between Łódź and Lublin or use the alternative transport links above. Direct coaches to Lublin are available and take about 4.5 hours.

The Old Town in Olsztyn © Mazaki / CC BY 3.0

Olsztyn

Up in the north, Olsztyn is often overlooked by tourists keen to reach the more famous Gdańsk. It does, however, have a pretty Old Town and ranks very highly for quality of life. What’s more, the city provides a gateway to some gorgeous wild countryside of lakes and forests.

Change in Koluszki for Olsztyn Main. The total journey takes just over 4.5 hours. Direct coaches to Olsztyn bus station are available. The the journey takes roughly 6 hours.

Check for transport options between Łódź and Olsztyn or use the alternative transport links above.

Old market place and city hall in Poznań © David Castor / CC0 1.0

Poznań

300km to the west of Warsaw, youthful Poznań has a lively, friendly nightlife, with plenty of restaurants and bars. The Old Town is brightly coloured and quirkily decorated with bold styles similar to Southern Germany. There’s plenty here to keep you occupied for a long weekend, with a museums, a cathedral, and historical buildings, but the city also makes a great base for exploring Poland’s countryside.

The direct coach to Poznań bus station takes just under 3 hours. To get the train, travel from Łódź Kaliska and change in Kutno for Poznań Main. The entire journey takes roughly 2.5 hours.

Check for transport options between Łódź and Poznań or use the alternative transport links above.

Sopot © DerHexer / CC BY-SA 3.0

Sopot

Another seaside resort, between Gdynia and Gdańsk, Sopot is a playground for the rich. With sandy beaches and a pier, as well as the shops, bars, and clubs of Bohaterów Monte Cassino, it can be very busy at the height of the season. Even more than Gdynia, Sopot might be best sampled first as an afternoon out, rounded off with a meal in one of the excellent fish restaurants.

Change at one of the Warsaw stations for trains from Łódź Fabryczna to Sopot. The journey is around 5 hours. Direct coaches are available to Sopot. The journey can be done in just over 5 hours.

Check for transport options between Łódź and Sopot or use the alternative transport links above.

Rayskiego Street in Szczecin © Szczecinolog / CC BY-SA 4.0

Szczecin

Close to the border with Germany, Szczecin is off the beaten track for most tourists. The Old Town is pretty and there are a handful of attractions to see. But, mainly, visiting Szczecin is a great opportunity to get to know Polish food and to engage with the culture – there is a fine Philharmonic building and the grand Ducal Castle is now an arts centre.

The train journey is a little complex. Travel from Łódź Kaliska, then change in Kutno for Poznań. Finally, change again for Szczecin Main. It should take about 6.5 hours. Direct coaches to Szczecin are available from Łódź, also with journey times from 6.5 hours.

Check for transport options between Łódź and Szczecin or use the alternative transport links above.

Old Town in Toruń © Lestat (Jan Mehlich) / CC BY-SA 2.5

Toruń

Mostly untouched by the Second World War, Toruń is a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the Vistula River. Dominated by the huge Gothic cathedral, the city feels less hectic than more famous tourist destinations.

Direct trains are available from Łódź Kaliska, with a journey time of just over 2 hours. The direct coach route from Łódź to Toruń averages at 2.5 hours.

Check for transport options between Łódź and Toruń or use the alternative transport links above.

View of Castle Square from St. Anne’s

Warsaw

Poland’s capital city is easy to reach from Łódź and makes a good weekend destination. Much of Warsaw was built after 1945. Even the pretty Old Town is mostly reconstruction. But there are excellent museums and places to eat. It’s also one of Europe’s great cities to go out drinking! See our sister site WarsawVisit.com for a complete introduction to this excellent city.

Direct train routes from Fabryczna take about 2 hours and coaches are available from Łódź to a number of Warsaw stops, with transport times also at roughly 2 hours.

Check for transport options between Łódź and Warsaw or use the alternative transport links above.

This guided day trip to Warsaw will show you all the key sights and drop you back off in Łódź at the end of the day.

Rynek we Wrocławiu © Radosław Drożdżewski (Zwiadowca21) / CC BY-SA 4.0

Wrocław

Wrocław is a charming city to the west of Poland, with islands and bridges criss-crossing the water and a strong Gothic flavour to the architecture. Built out from the 10th century Ostrów Tumski, Wrocław has a stunning UNESCO-listed market square.

The direct train to Wrocław leaves from Łódź Chojny and takes a little over 3 hours. Direct coaches to Wrocław bus station are also approximately 3 hours.

Check for transport options between Łódź and Wrocław or use the alternative transport links above.

Group tours from Łódź to Wrocław are available, with a full tour of the city highlights, lunch, and some free time in the afternoon, as well as transport both ways.

The Tatra mountains from Mt. Gubałówka

Zakopane

Poland’s outdoor capital and winter resort, Zakopane is gateway to the Tatra mountains. The area is excellent for hiking, skiing, and a range of other activities. However, there is also unique folk architecture and plenty of more spectacular attractions. You can read more about Zakopane on our sister site VisitKrakow.com.

There is a direct train from Łódź Widzew, which takes 5.5 hours, and direct coach routes from Łódź to Zakopane are available, taking about 6.5 hours.

Check for transport options between Łódź and Zakopane or use the alternative transport links above.

Łódź Fabryczna train station

Travelling By Train From Łódź

Although the central train station in Łódź is the beautiful Fabryczna, a new route is currently being constructed through the centre of the city, and direct routes often leave from other stations.

Most of the cities listed here can be reached from Łódź, but many journeys require a change of train, often in Warsaw, via high-speed train. Strictly speaking, Warsaw Central (Warszawa Centralna) will be the point of departure for national and international trains, although you may leave from another station while extensive upgrades are made to the infrastructure in and around Warsaw.

The PKP Intercity network is fast, modern, comfortable, and fantastic value for money. There are frequent trains to the biggest cities, but not every destination will have a daily service, and timetables are subject to change. Also be aware that some journeys may require an additional charge for seat reservations.

Trains can be booked via the national rail network.

Travelling By Coach Or Bus From Łódź

In many cases, the coach is the most direct route from Łódź to other cities. It can also the cheapest and sometimes the fastest. There are direct routes to most Polish cities, through a number of companies, including Infobus, Sindbad, and Ecolines, and there is a particularly good network of Flixbus routes. The buses are clean, modern, and comfortable.

The main coach station is next to the main Łódź Fabryczna train station on plac Bronisława Sałacińskiego, close to the centre of the city.

Check coach times and prices with 12go. Not all routes are available, so check Flixbus if you can’t find what you’re looking for.

Not every service will be daily, and timetables / prices are subject to change. Also be aware that tickets may require additional charges for seat reservations.

Łódź Władysław Reymont Airport

Travelling By Plane From Łódź

Łódź is served by Władysław Reymont Airport. However, this only handles roughly a dozen flights to European destinations each week and no domestic services. This is due to the city’s proximity to Warsaw Chopin International Airport, a couple of hours away. As such, it generally makes more sense to travel to other Polish cities via train or coach rather than plane.

You can read more about Łódź airport in our guide and check flight times and prices from Warsaw with 12go.

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Travelling By Car From Łódź

Poland’s transport infrastructure is getting better all the time and most of the destinations listed above are now linked by good motorways and expressways. Although you will often have to pay a toll to use them.

There are specific rules and laws that have to be obeyed on Polish roads, often punishable by law, so be sure to familiarise yourself with the most up-to-date information.