Train to Rzeszów - connections, tickets and itinerary

• Local transport: you can get around the centre on foot, and further districts can be reached by public transport buses.

• Character of the destination: the capital of Podkarpacie with its historical market square, the Dobranocek Museum, the Ethnographic Museum and the characteristic Monument to the Revolutionary Deed.

• How much to go for: a weekend (2 days) is enough for the main attractions of the centre. A third day allows you to explore the city more slowly and add a trip to the surrounding area.

• Best time to go: April-May and September, when the daytime is pleasant and tourist traffic remains low to moderate.

• Practical tip: Rzeszow Zachodni on Kornel Ujejski Street handles mainly regional traffic. If you're coming from further afield, get off at Rzeszów Główny station.

The best time to visit is April–May or September, when the daytime temperature is 15–22°C and the museums and cafés on the Market Square operate without large queues.

Spring (March–May)

• In March the daytime high is approx. 6–9°C and in May around 18–21°C.

• Tourist traffic remains low to moderate, so you can visit the museums and attractions of the centre without crowds.

• A stroll along the Wisłok River Boulevards and city parks is a good choice in May.

Summer (June–August)

• During the day it is approx. 22–27°C, and thunderstorms are possible in the afternoons.

• In summer, the city hosts music festivals and cultural events.

• In July and August tourist traffic is high, so it is better to book accommodation in advance.

Autumn (September–November)

• In September the daytime temperature is approx. 18–21°C, and the weather tends to be more stable than in summer.

• In October and November it is cooler, usually around 5–14°C, but museums operate without queues.

• In autumn, accommodation prices are lower than during the summer holidays, and walks in the parks are particularly enjoyable.

Winter (December–February)

• During the day it is approx. 0–3°C and it can snow.

• Tourist traffic is low and accommodation prices are among the lowest of the year.

• In winter you can visit museums and cultural attractions without crowds.

You can get to Rzeszów directly from several major cities in Poland.

Przemyśl - Rzeszów

• You travel about an hour by IC or regional train.

• There are regular services throughout the day.

• You get off at Rzeszów Główny train station.

Kraków - Rzeszów

• The journey takes about 1.5 hours.

• You reach Rzeszów without changing trains on EIP and IC trains.

• Several direct connections daily reach Rzeszów Główny station.

Katowice - Rzeszów

• IC trains take approximately 2.5 hours.

• The route passes through Kraków or Tarnów, but you travel without changing trains.

• Several connections per day reach Rzeszów Główny station.

Warsaw - Rzeszów

• You travel approximately 3.5 hours by EIP express and approximately 5 hours by IC train.

• Both options are direct and arrive at Rzeszów Główny station.

• There are several direct connections on this route daily.

Wrocław - Rzeszów

• You travel approximately 5 hours by IC train.

• You reach Rzeszów without changing trains.

• The route ends at Rzeszów Główny train station.

You can buy a ticket for each of these routes on Europodróże without registration - you give the route, choose the train and pay. You receive your ticket by e-mail and SMS. 30 minutes before departure you get an SMS reminder with a direct link to your ticket, so you're not looking for it in your mailbox. The earlier you buy, the greater the choice of seats and the better the price. If you change plans, with PKP Intercity tickets, refunds are possible up to 20 minutes before departure and exchanges up to 30 minutes before departure. See the refund and exchange policy page for details.

You can get around Rzeszów on foot and by public transport. The Main Market Square, the Dobranocek Museum, the Ethnographic Museum and the Monument to the Revolutionary Deed all lie close to each other.

Public transport in Rzeszów is based on buses. A single ticket costs a few zlotys, while a day ticket costs a dozen or so. You can check the current timetables and fares on the website of the municipal transport operator. For a short city break, public transport is mainly useful when heading to the more outlying districts.

Taxis and ride-hailing apps such as Bolt and Uber operate in Rzeszów. They come in handy when you have larger luggage, are returning to the station late at night, or are heading out of the centre.

If you are looking for accommodation, the area around the Main Market Square offers proximity to attractions and restaurants. The area around Rzeszów Główny station works well if you plan to leave early in the morning.

Where to stay:

• Around the Main Market Square – proximity to attractions and restaurants.

• Around Rzeszów Główny station – a good choice if you plan to leave early in the morning.

Main Market Square

The heart of Rzeszów with its historic tenement buildings. A walk around the Market Square and adjoining streets takes 30–45 minutes. Admission is free. The town hall and fountain are worth seeing.

Dobranocek Museum

The only museum of its kind in Poland, dedicated to Polish fairy tales and bedtime cartoons. Here you will find original puppets from Teddy Bear Uszatek, Bolek and Lolek, and Reksio. The visit takes 45–60 minutes and there is an entrance fee. During the summer season it is better to buy your ticket in advance, as the museum is popular with families with children.

Ethnographic Museum

An exhibition devoted to the culture and traditions of the Podkarpacie region. You will see folk costumes, tools and reconstructed interiors. The visit takes 60–90 minutes and there is an entrance fee.

Monument to the Revolutionary Deed

A distinctive monument and one of the most recognisable landmarks of Rzeszów. From the Market Square you can walk here in a few minutes. Viewing is free.

Wisłok River Boulevards

A place for a walk or a rest after visiting the museums. They stretch along the river and have benches and cycle paths. Admission is free, and the area is particularly pleasant in spring and early autumn.

Plan for 1 day

Main Market Square, Dobranocek Museum, lunch at the Market Square, Ethnographic Museum, Monument to the Revolutionary Deed and a walk along the Wisłok River Boulevards. The main attractions are close to each other, so you can plan your route without long journeys across the city.

Weekend plan (2 days)

Day 1: Main Market Square, Dobranocek Museum, lunch at the Market Square, Ethnographic Museum, Monument to the Revolutionary Deed and a walk along the Wisłok River Boulevards.

Day 2: Spend time exploring the side streets of the centre, cafés around the Market Square, and take a trip to Łańcut, home to one of the most beautiful palaces in Poland.

What to eat

Pierogi ruskie (potato and cheese dumplings) – a classic of Subcarpathian cuisine, you'll find them in restaurants near the Main Market Square and in the side streets of the centre.

Sourdough żurek – as well as dishes made from local products such as honey, cheese and cold cuts – can be found in restaurants on the Market Square and in the side streets of the centre.

Where to eat:

• Around the Main Market Square – cafés, restaurants serving Polish and regional cuisine, and fast-food bars. In summer, the outdoor terraces on the Market Square are a good spot for lunch or coffee.

Souvenirs

• Handicrafts from Podkarpacie – ceramics available at the Market Square and around the Ethnographic Museum.

• Regional products – local specialities from shops at the Market Square and around the Ethnographic Museum.

If you want to combine shopping with sightseeing, Galeria Rzeszów and Millenium Hall are close to the centre. Both shopping centres have a standard selection of shops and eateries.

Rzeszów is one of the more affordable Polish cities in terms of travel costs. Below are indicative expenses for one day.

The budget variant assumes a hostel or inexpensive B&B, eating in bars and bakeries, and using public transport. The mid-range variant includes a two- or three-star hotel, restaurants on the Market Square and the occasional taxi. The comfort variant covers a four-star hotel or apartment, restaurants with a full menu and an on-demand taxi.

A weekend in Rzeszów costs less than a comparable trip to Kraków or Warsaw. The mid-range variant for a weekend works out at around PLN 520–860 per person, covering two nights' accommodation and two days of on-site expenses.