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PKP station Żywiec

From the Żywiec railway station, you can get to the most popular destinations, such as: Bielsko-Biała, Czechowice-Dziedzice, Pszczyna Czarków, Tychy, Sosnowiec, Dąbrowa Górnicza, Zawiercie, Myszków, Częstochowa, Radomsko

Information about Żywiec railway station

Żywiec railway station is a key point for travellers in Poland, particularly popular among those heading to Warsaw, which accounts for as much as 72% of all journeys from this location. You can check the current timetable for these connections and available discounts in the PolishTrains search engine without logging into an account. Thanks to attractive ticket prices starting from PLN 15 for a journey to the capital, this station attracts considerable interest.

Żywiec, situated in the picturesque region of southern Poland, offers not only convenient rail connections but also a wealth of tourist attractions. Near the station you can visit places such as the Church of St Florian in Zabłociu, Mini Zoo or Park Zamkowy in Żywiec. For history enthusiasts we recommend Old Castle and Pałac Habsburgów.

Travellers using Żywiec station most often choose IC Intercity trains, which account for 100% of the connections served. Ticket prices start from PLN 15, making train travel an attractive option. The journey to Warsaw takes about 5 hours and 5 minutes, and tickets for this route can be purchased from PLN 45. You can see the platform number and departure time of such a train from Żywiec on the PolishTrains website before you leave home.

The highest sales traffic at Żywiec station occurs in February. Travellers most often buy tickets 1–3 days in advance (36% of cases), and the average ticket price in this period is PLN 78. Purchasing tickets online, for example through PolishTrains, is a convenient alternative to traditional ticket offices.

The station offers a range of facilities such as toilets, bus stop, car park, bicycle racks and ticket machines, making it convenient for travellers. Thanks to this, travelling from Żywiec is not only comfortable but also practical.

Key information

21
destinations
~PLN 55
average ticket price
72%
journeys to Warsaw
Warsaw
top destination
13:00–15:00
peak hours

Station amenities

  • Ticket machines
  • WC / toilets
  • Parking
  • Bicycle racks
  • Bus stop
  • Accessibility for people with disabilities: full

TOP 10 connections from Żywiec

Destinations ranked according to actual ticket sales.

#1Warszawa
WarsawIC · 5h 05min72.5% of travellers
from PLN 45
#2Częstochowa
CzęstochowaIC · 2h 54min5.9% of travellers
from PLN 40
#3Bielsko-Biała
Bielsko-BiałaIC · 25min5.4% of travellers
from PLN 7
#4Łódź
ŁódźIC · 6h 36min2.0% of travellers
from PLN 71
#5Kraków
KrakówIC · 1h 54min1.5% of travellers
from PLN 61
#6Katowice
KatowiceIC · 2h 03min1.5% of travellers
from PLN 36
#7Czechowice-Dziedzice
Czechowice-DziedziceIC · 43min1.5% of travellers
from PLN 15
#8Ciechanów
CiechanówIC · 7h 14min1.0% of travellers
from PLN 105
#9Zduńska Wola
Zduńska WolaIC1.0% of travellers
#10Szczecinek
SzczecinekIC1.0% of travellers
from PLN 112

Where to eat near the station

Restaurants, cafés and bars within walking distance of the station.

  • Da Grasso, okolice dworca Żywiec
    Da GrassoPizzeria
    At the station
    • right next to the station · 1 min walk
    • Mon–Fri 11–22 · Sat–Sun 11–23
    💡 Intimate, with seating.
  • Restauracja Dworcowa, near Żywiec station
    Restauracja DworcowaRestaurant
    At the station
    • right by the station · 1 min walk
    • daily 9–20
    💡 Known for good coffee and desserts.
  • Lody Maja - lodziarnia sezonowa, near Żywiec station
    Lody Maja - lodziarnia sezonowaIce cream parlour
    At the station
    • right by the station · 1 min walk
    • Mon–Fri 9–18:30 · Sat–Sun 9–19
    💡 A trendy spot with a relaxed atmosphere.
  • Cukiernia Pączitto, near Żywiec station
    Cukiernia PączittoConfectionery
    At the station
    • right by the station · 1 min walk
    • Mon–Fri 7–17 · Sat–Sun 8–15
    💡 Known for good desserts.
  • Cukiernia Alicja, near Żywiec station
    Cukiernia AlicjaCafé
    At the station
    • right by the station · 1 min walk
    • Mon–Fri 6–18 · Sat–Sun 7–16
    💡 Intimate place with good coffee.
  • Mieciu Kebab, near Żywiec station
    Mieciu KebabKebab
    • 115 m from the station · 1 min walk
    • Mon–Fri 10–21 · Sat–Sun 12–21
    💡 A relaxed atmosphere.

Station traffic schedule

Average daytime footfall (Google data).

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Peak times at the station: 13:00–15:00. Quietest times: 05:00, 22:00.
SKIP THE QUEUE
With an online ticket you go straight to the platform
Regardless of the time and crowds at the station, with a ticket purchased on PolishTrains you only need to be there 5 minutes before departure. At peak times (13:00–15:00) the queue at the ticket office can reach 20 minutes.
Buy ticket online ›
With an online ticket
5 min before departure
At the ticket office off-peak
10–15 min buffer
At the ticket office at peak time
20+ min buffer

Shops near the station

Last-minute shopping before your journey.

  • Biedronka, sklep przy dworcu Żywiec
    BiedronkaDiscount supermarket · Mon–Fri 6–22 · 144 m from station · 2 min walk
  • Kiosk Spożywczy Abc, sklep przy dworcu Żywiec
    Kiosk Spożywczy AbcGrocery shop · Mon–Fri 04:30–17 · Sat–Sun 04:30–13 · 390 m from station · 5 min walk
  • Kaufland, sklep przy dworcu Żywiec
    KauflandSupermarket · Mon–Fri 6–22 · 1335 m from station · 17 min walk
  • Lidl, sklep przy dworcu Żywiec
    LidlDiscount supermarket · Mon–Fri 6–22 · 1443 m from station · 18 min walk
  • Apteka Słoneczna, sklep przy dworcu Żywiec
    Apteka SłonecznaPharmacy · Mon–Fri 7–21 · Sat–Sun 7–15 · 1549 m from station · 19 min walk

Attractions near the station

Within walking distance of the platform.

Kościół św. Floriana w Zabłociu, atrakcja w pobliżu dworca Żywiec
Kościół św. Floriana w Zabłociu
Kościół św. Floriana w Zabłociu is a historic Catholic church. Worth visiting for its historical significance and architecture.
156 m from station · 2 min walk
Mini Zoo, atrakcja w pobliżu dworca Żywiec
Mini Zoo
Mini Zoo is a tourist attraction, perfect for families with children. It offers the opportunity for close contact with animals.
1276 m from the station · 16 min walk
Park Zamkowy w Żywcu, atrakcja w pobliżu dworca Żywiec
Park Zamkowy w Żywcu
Park Zamkowy w Żywcu is a picturesque park ideal for picnics. It is part of the castle complex, which adds to its historical charm.
1283 m from the station · 16 min on foot
Old Castle (Żywiec), atrakcja w pobliżu dworca Żywiec
Old Castle (Żywiec)
Old Castle in Żywcu is a historic castle with a rich history. It is worth visiting to learn about local cultural heritage.
1379 m from station · 17 min walk
Pałac Habsburgów, atrakcja w pobliżu dworca Żywiec
Habsburg Palace
Habsburg Palace is a tourist attraction of great historical significance. It is worth seeing for its architecture and history.
1382 m from station · 17 min walk
Muzeum Miejskie w Żywcu - Stary Zamek, atrakcja w pobliżu dworca Żywiec
Żywiec Municipal Museum - Old Castle
Żywiec Municipal Museum - Old Castle is a museum presenting local history. It is worth visiting to deepen your knowledge of the region.
1386 m from the station · 17 min walk

Which trains serve the station

Breakdown of train types from actual sales.

100% IC
IC Intercity
from PLN 15 · Warsaw 5h 10min
Travel time to Warsaw: IC 5h 10min. Cheapest tickets from PLN 15 (IC).

Places to stay near the station

The closest places to stay. Clicking takes you to Booking.com.

Zakątek Żywiecki, hotel blisko dworca Żywiec
10Exceptional
  • 1486 m from the station · 19 min walk
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
from PLN 535 / night
Book on Booking.com
Apartamenty Rynek 18, place to stay near Żywiec station
9.7Exceptional
  • 1570 m from the station · 20 min walk
  • Private bathroom
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • View
from PLN 466 / night
Book on Booking.com
Apartamenty Rynek 7 by Hotel Żywiecki****, place to stay near Żywiec station
9.9Exceptional
  • 1683 m from the station · 21 min walk
  • Private bathroom
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Pets are allowed
  • Air conditioning
from PLN 938 / night
Book on Booking.com
Błękitne Studio, place to stay near Żywiec station
9.9Exceptional
  • 1709 m from the station · 21 min walk
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Car park
  • Free Wi-Fi
from PLN 332 / night
Book on Booking.com

Frequently asked questions

Location of the Station

Train station in Żywiec - Key information

Opening hours of the station

3:00 - 23:00

Address of the station

Dworcowa, 34-300 Zywiec

Car park

Car park is available near the station.

Nearest arrivals and departures of trains

DeparturesDepartures from Żywiec station
ArrivalsArrivals at the Żywiec station
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