Warsaw Travel Guide - Getting Around

Metro: the city’s metro, or underground transportation system, is a relatively new, and provides clean, efficient service for north- and south-bound passengers on the left side of the river. Most of the route’s 14 stops are of little interest to tourists, however. The metro line does connect at a few points with surface transportation. Service runs from early in the morning until midnight, with trains operating every 5 to 10 minutes.

Train: Warsaw’s suburban rail network is not a good option for tourists interested in visits to major sights that are located within the city. Trams prove to be a better option, although they’re somewhat slower than the buses. Tickets for public transport cover all forms of transportation within the city, and need to be purchased before boarding. Post offices and green Ruch kiosks offer tickets for sale; and single-day and also one-week passes can be obtained from the city’s transportation office.

Taxi: taxis can be requested by telephone or can be hailed on the street but fares are usually cheaper if they are ordered in advance. Some drivers work independently but are not regulated; these are best avoided as they tend to overcharge passengers.

Most of these operators work at transportation centres including the airport and rail stations, but also frequent tourist areas such as the old town and the larger hotels. Make sure to choose a taxi that displays identifying information. Companies that are reliable and recommended include MERC, MPT and SAWA TAXI: all having standard, published fares.