New rail connections: Travel faster from Berlin to Poland now!

New rail connections: Travel faster from Berlin to Poland now!

There is exciting news for travelers between Germany and Poland about the timetable change in December 2025. Deutsche Bahn and PKP Intercity are expanding their offerings to include additional rail connections. From December 14th, instead of the previous 11, there will now be 17 direct connections available for return journeys. This makes the trip to Poland much more comfortable and attractive.

One of the most anticipated new connections will be the regular route between Leipzig, Wroclaw and Krakow, with two trains per day in each direction. There is also good news for travelers from Munich, Nuremberg or Frankfurt: the travel time to southern Poland is reduced by around two hours. This will further increase the tourist attractiveness of these regions.

Extended connections and night trains

In addition, a new daily connection will be set up between Warsaw and Berlin, offering a total of seven pairs of trains every two hours. Night trains are not neglected either; Among other things, a new night train is planned between Berlin and Przemysl on the Polish-Ukrainian border. This means travelers can easily commute between countries even overnight.

Another planned night train will run between Berlin and Chelm via Lodz and Warsaw, strengthening connections to its eastern neighbors. The existing night train connection from Munich to Warsaw will also be equipped with additional carriages to improve connections between Munich, Krakow and Przemysl. These developments offer travelers more flexibility and options for their trips.

Travel information and benefits

Poland itself, with an area of ​​312,679 km², offers a diverse natural landscape and many cultural highlights. Important cities such as Warsaw, Krakow, and Wroclaw are not only economic centers, but also cultural strongholds. Overall, the connection between Germany and Poland via rail is an attractive way to discover the different facets of Poland.

For travelers who often take the train, the BahnCard 25 is a worthwhile option. This card grants a 25% discount on Flex, Spar and Super Saver prices. Prices start at €62.90 for the normal BahnCard and are valid for 12 months. For younger travelers, the Jugend BahnCard 25 is available from just €7.90, which also offers these discounts and is also valid for 1st class. If you only want to test the BahnCard for a short period of time, you can purchase a sample BahnCard 25 for €19.90, which is valid for three months and offers the same discount.

Anyone interested in traveling by train can look forward to many advantages. Both the new connections and the BahnCard discounts make traveling to Poland attractive. The various cities, from Warsaw to Krakow, are not only accessible with well-developed connections, but also offer a variety of experiences for every type of traveler.

For more detailed information about timetables, prices and connections, we recommend taking a look at websites such as Northern Courier or Trainline.