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Q: Which destinations are worth considering for a train trip across Europe?

For a first trip, **Prague, Vienna, Berlin and Budapest** are excellent choices, as they are all well connected by direct or straightforward services from major Polish rail hubs. The Eurostar also makes it easy to plan a journey between Paris and London.

Q: Is it worth taking the train to Prague for a weekend?

Praga is a good option for a weekend, as you can get there from Warsaw, Kraków and Wrocław, while the journey from Kraków takes around 7 hours. You can refund or exchange a ticket for this route online on PolishTrains if your travel plans change.

Q: Which European cities are easiest to reach by train from Poland?

The most straightforward destinations are **Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Budapest and Vilnius**. These cities are served by direct or well-connected trains from all major Polish cities.

Q: How do I buy a train ticket for a European journey through PolishTrains?

Enter your route and date, choose a connection, pay and you'll receive your ticket immediately. **No account is required**, and the ticket arrives digitally within seconds of payment.

Q: Which high-speed trains in Europe can I book via PolishTrains?

Via PolishTrains you can book tickets on, among others, **Eurostar, Frecciarossa and Frecciargento**, as well as selected ICE Deutsche Bahn services. This makes it easy to plan routes such as Paris–London, Milan–Rome or Warsaw–Berlin.

Q: How do you buy a train travel ticket through PolishTrains?

Enter the route and date, choose a connection, pay for the purchase and receive your ticket immediately. **An account is not needed**, and the ticket is delivered digitally within several seconds of payment.

Q: Which high-speed trains operate in Europe, and can you buy tickets for them on PolishTrains?

On PolishTrains, you can buy tickets for, among others, **Eurostar, Frecciarossa, Frecciargento** and selected ICE Deutsche Bahn connections. This makes it easy to plan routes such as Paryż - Londyn, Mediolan - Rzym or Warsaw - Berlin.

Q: How do I plan a cheap train journey around Lower Silesia?

Wrocław, as the region’s centre, is connected by routes from Warsaw, Kraków and Poznań, and you can buy tickets for these sections on PolishTrains without creating an account. You can check approximate prices and departure times in the PolishTrains search engine before choosing your travel date. Payment by BLIK or card allows you to complete the purchase in a few minutes.

Q: Where can you go by train from Poland for a short break?

Gdańsk, with its Główne Miasto and access to the sea, is a good option for a short trip, and you can get there from Warsaw, Kraków or Wrocław. You can buy a ticket for your chosen route on PolishTrains, and after payment it is sent immediately by email and SMS. You can change the date online if your travel plans change.

Published 2026/06/30

Did you know that Europe is laced with a network of modern railways, reaching over 20,000 destinations in many countries? You can find train travel inspiration and destination descriptions with example connections in the Kierunki Podróży section on PolishTrains. This article brings together examples of routes around Poland and abroad and shows where it is easiest to depart by train. You can buy tickets for routes to Vienna and other European capitals in the PolishTrains search engine without creating an account. That's countless travel opportunities! If you are planning a train journey and are looking for inspiration...you will definitely be interested in our travel inspiration!

At a glance

You can reach Gdańsk, which attracts visitors with the historic Główne Miasto and its seaside atmosphere, on the Warsaw - Gdańsk, Kraków - Gdańsk and Wrocław - Gdańsk routes. You can check connections to Gdańsk and other seaside cities in the PolishTrains search engine by entering just the route and departure date. Wrocław, with its Rynek and network of bridges, is accessible on the Warsaw - Wrocław, Kraków - Wrocław and Poznań - Wrocław routes, while the first journey from Poznań takes only a few hours. You can check current connections and approximate ticket prices in the PolishTrains search engine. You can buy a ticket without registering – all you need is an email address and telephone number. The Kierunki Podróży section on PolishTrains contains descriptions of European cities, example connections and practical information about travelling by rail. ### At a glance

PolishTrains offers year-round inspiration for domestic and international train journeys
Travel Directions section includes city descriptions, connection prices and practical tips
Prague, Vienna, Berlin and Budapest are among the most popular destinations from Poland
Eurostar connects Paris and London; Frecciarossa and Frecciargento serve Italian routes
Travel consultants are available to help plan complex itineraries and multi-leg journeys
International tickets bookable up to 60 days in advance directly on PolishTrains

Where to go and what to see

At PolishTrains.pl, the travel season lasts all year round! That is why we have prepared an inspiring selection of the most interesting train travel destinations in the Travel Directions tab. You will find here not only descriptions of European cities and tourist attractions, but also prices of popular connections and practical information on travelling by train in Poland and Europe and buying train tickets online. The clear and schematic breakdown of destinations by country makes it easy to quickly find your dream train destination at an attractive price.

How to get there by train

If you have already chosen a destination by train, but don't know how or from where to start your journey? No worries - under each of our inspirations you will find examples of connections between a given city and other cities in Poland and Europe. You can also search for a connection using the search engine or contact our Travel Consultants who will help you plan your train journey. Often the train is also an ideal complement to air travel. Getting to and from the airport and being able to move freely between the cities of a particular region of Europe means that you are able to see much more during one stay!

Train travel: travel to hundreds of European cities – domestic and abroad – without creating an account
Destinations: destination descriptions, example connections and practical information can be found in the Kierunki Podróży section on PolishTrains
International carriers: Eurostar, Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, Deutsche Bahn and ICE can be purchased in PLN
Ticket: after purchase, it is sent by email and SMS, and 30 minutes before departure you receive a reminder with a link to the ticket
Help: PolishTrains customer service operates 7 days a week from *7:00-23:00 and assists passengers in four languages ## Foreign carriers

We offer tickets for journeys on modern high-speed trains. A ride on such a train is already an attraction in itself - giving you the opportunity to admire the countryside while travelling in comfort at speeds of up to 350 km/h! After its merger with Thalys in 2023, the carrier also operates connections to Bruksela and Amsterdam, and on PolishTrains you can buy tickets for the Paryż - Bruksela and Amsterdam - Londyn routes in PLN. You can buy tickets for international sections, including those beyond the routes listed, on PolishTrains in PLN and without creating an account. Travelling by train also provides mobility and allows you to see much more. One of the most popular connections is the Eurostar train between London and Paris, allowing you to visit two capital cities in one weekend! TGV trains allow you to travel quickly in France, Eurostar trains (formerly Thalys) connect cities in Belgium, the Netherlands and France, ICE and Deutsche Bahn trains allow you to travel comfortably in Germany, while in Italy, fast Frecciargento, Frecciarossa and Frecciabianca trains allow you to travel efficiently through historic cities.

A tailor-made journey

Our aim is to make it as easy as possible for you to organise your own train journey and purchase your train ticket online. You can check current connections and approximate ticket prices in the PolishTrains search engine. You can buy a ticket without registering – all you need is an email address and telephone number. Therefore, you will find all the information you need about booking train tickets online, searching for train connections and organising your train journey in the HELP section. If, however, you need help planning your journey, you have not found an offer or direction that interests you, or you are planning a train journey for a larger group of people - we can help! Simply contact us via the application form or by telephone - we will help you plan your dream train journey with a tailor-made offer and will be happy to answer any questions you may have. You can buy tickets for all the carriers listed on PolishTrains in PLN, without creating an account.

Buying a ticket online on PolishTrains does not require account registration. ## Assistance with travel planning

Our Consultants are at your disposal 7 days a week, including weekends! You can contact us either by phone or e-mail - we will be happy to help you plan your train journey. On PolishTrains, you can buy tickets from many carriers in one place, in PLN and without creating an account. Our aim is to help you organise your train travel in Poland and abroad for customers from all over the world, which is why our helpline is available in several languages. PolishTrains customer service operates 7 days a week, from 7:00-23:00, in Polish, English, Ukrainian and Russian. We will be happy to answer all your questions and help you plan your train journey in Polish, English and Russian.

This article was prepared by the PolishTrains editorial team. We follow the rail market in Poland and Europe, look for new connections and support you at every stage of your journey.

Frequently asked questions

Which destinations are worth considering for a train trip across Europe?

Is it worth taking the train to Prague for a weekend?

Which European cities are easiest to reach by train from Poland?

How do I buy a train ticket for a European journey through PolishTrains?

Which high-speed trains in Europe can I book via PolishTrains?

How do you buy a train travel ticket through PolishTrains?

Which high-speed trains operate in Europe, and can you buy tickets for them on PolishTrains?

How do I plan a cheap train journey around Lower Silesia?

Where can you go by train from Poland for a short break?

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