Route guide

Oslo → Warsaw

1063 km · Norway to Poland · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €36+ by bus

How to travel from Oslo to Warsaw

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

🚄Train

€79–231

Duration: 8h 52m

via Vy, PKP Intercity

~15 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€36–94

Duration: 15h 11m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet

~30 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€78–248

Duration: 3h 55m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Norwegian, LOT

~166 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€128–234

Duration: 11h 49m

~181 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1063 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 Norway 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.

Oslo to Warsaw — every option in detail

Oslo to Warsaw by train

Trains link Oslo (Norway) and Warsaw (Poland) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 8h 52m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Vy, PKP Intercity.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €79 to €231. 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 166 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~151 kg on this distance.

Oslo to Warsaw by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Oslo and Warsaw with a typical journey of 15h 11m. 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 €94 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.

Oslo to Warsaw by flight

Flights between Oslo and Warsaw take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 55m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Norwegian, LOT.

Typical fare range is €78–248. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 166 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Oslo to Warsaw by car

The driving distance from Oslo to Warsaw is approximately 1223 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 11h 49m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €128–234 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Norway–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 181 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Oslo and Warsaw is approximately 1063 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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