PKP Łódź – Zakopane. Train timetable

Planning a holiday in the Tatras or returning from the mountains to central Poland? Check out the rail connections from Łódź to Zakopane – comfortable and available all year round. You have several departure options and train categories to choose from, making it easy to plan a route tailored to your needs. Remember that timetables may change depending on the season – that's why it's worth checking the PolishTrains website or app before your trip, where you can compare available connections and quickly book a ticket.

Travelling from Łódź to Zakopane? It's simpler than you think – just pick the right connection with a change. Every day you can use several trains departing from Łódź Fabryczna between 4:20 and 15:22. Journey time depends mainly on the train category and length of your change – the fastest route takes just 6 hours and 20 minutes if you opt for the morning IC + EIC connection at 5:53. Other available options include IC + IC at 4:20 (7h 10min), IC + TLK at 8:07 (6h 39min) or TLK + TLK at 11:31 (8h 24min). Changes are most often made at Warszawa Zachodnia station, where you have a break before continuing towards the Tatras.

It's worth noting that trains start from Łódź Fabryczna station, but if you prefer, you can also travel from Łódź Widzew or Łódź Chojny station. Regardless of your preferred option, you'll find all the details about journeys in the PolishTrains search engine – in the browser version or in the mobile app.

How much does a journey from Łódź to Zakopane cost? It might be less than you expect. Ticket prices on this route start from PLN 105 in class 2 – that's what you'll pay for the cheapest IC + IC connection. However, if you value comfort and time matters to you, you can choose the morning IC + EIC option at 5:53, which costs around PLN 221 in class 2 or even PLN 302 in class 1.

The fare depends on the train category, chosen class and available promotions. That's why it's worth booking your ticket in advance – in the PolishTrains app you can not only check current prices, but also easily select the best journey option for you. Also remember to apply any discounts you're entitled to – for children, young people, seniors or holders of the Large Family Card.

Trains travelling from Łódź to Zakopane run via Warsaw and Kraków, allowing for changes at the country's main transport hubs. The typical route runs through Łódź Fabryczna, Warszawa Zachodnia, Kraków Główny, and then towards Podhale via Nowy Targ and Poronin.

The exact number and type of stops depends on the specific train, so it's worth checking the detailed route before your journey. The change time in Warsaw is usually between 10 and 15 minutes, allowing you to move smoothly between platforms.

Due to the possibility of seasonal changes to the timetable, we recommend regularly checking connections on the PolishTrains website or in the mobile app. In the system you can also enable additional options such as a reminder about your departure 30 minutes before travel or delivery of your ticket by SMS, which streamlines trip planning.