Capital city in Masovia, Poland
Getting around Warsaw
How to get around Warsaw
Two metro lines, trams and buses are cheap and frequent. Walk the center, take Bolt or Uber after the metro closes.
Ways to get around Warsaw
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Metro (M1, M2) | 4.40 PLN for 20 min; 7 PLN for 75 min | Same ZTM ticket works on trams, buses and SKM trains |
| Tram and bus | Same ZTM tickets | Night buses run when the metro stops |
| Bolt / Uber | About 20–35 PLN for 5 km | Cheap; plentiful at night |
| Veturilo bikes | Free first 20 min with account | City bike-share across the center |
Ride-hailing apps in Warsaw
A 5 km ride costs about zł20–35 ($5.1–9.0).
- Use apps; official taxis show prices on the door. Avoid touts at the airport and stations.
Arriving in Warsaw
Warsaw Chopin (WAW)
Bus 175 to the center about 30 min, ZTM ticket; SKM S2/S3 trains to Śródmieście about 20 min; Bolt or taxi 40–70 PLN.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Not worth it; e-scooters and bikes are easy inside the center.
- Driving: on the right. EU licences valid; others should carry an IDP. 0.2‰ alcohol limit; dipped headlights on at all times.
- Onward travel in Poland: PKP Intercity trains link the big cities fast and cheaply (Warsaw–Kraków about 2.5 h); regional trains and FlixBus fill the gaps. Book in the apps.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Warsaw?
Yes. Apps that work here: Bolt, Uber, FREENOW.
What's the best way to get around Warsaw?
Two metro lines, trams and buses are cheap and frequent. Walk the center, take Bolt or Uber after the metro closes.
How do I get from the airport to Warsaw?
Bus 175 to the center about 30 min, ZTM ticket; SKM S2/S3 trains to Śródmieście about 20 min; Bolt or taxi 40–70 PLN.
Is Warsaw walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- PKP Intercity
- Warsaw public transport (WTP)
- Warsaw public transport (ZTM)
- Warsaw Chopin Airport
- Warsaw tourism
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