Poznań is the capital of the Wielkopolska (Greater Poland) region in west-central Poland. With a population of about 600 000, it is the fifth-largest city in the country. The city is situated on an important European transit route connecting Warsaw with Berlin, London and Paris.
How to get to Poznań
For your convenience, we provide a summary of travel options, estimated travel times, and useful links.
By plane
Poznań Ławica International Airport (POZ) - located approximately 7 km from the city centre.
Options to reach the city centre:
- Bus: Take bus line 59 or the express line L, which run directly to the Main Railway Station. Travel time: approximately 25-30 minutes. Tickets are available from ticket machines or via MPK Poznań, where timetables are also available.
- Taxi: Taxi ranks are located adjacent to the airport terminal. Travel time: approximately 10-20 minutes, approximate cost: €10 - €15.
Poznań has direct flight connections with Frankfurt, Munich, London, Copenhagen, Madrid, Barcelona, Stockholm, Paris, Oslo, Rome and other major European cities.
For other international airports, visitors can fly to Warsaw or Berlin and continue by train, bus, or car to Poznań.
By train
Poznań Main Railway Station (Poznań Głowny) - all trains arriving in Poznań stop at Poznań Main Railway Station (Poznań Głowny), located in the city centre.
- Connections: Frequent trains from Warsaw, Berlin, Wrocław, and other major cities. Travel times vary depending on the route; check schedules at Polish State Railways (PKP).
- City access: From the station, passengers can take trams, buses, taxis, or hire a bike or scooter to reach hotels and the conference venue.
- Taxi ranks: Located next to the Main Hall and West Station exit.
By bus
It is also possible to arrive by bus. The PKS Station (Bus Transport Company) is located next to the Main Railway Station. Long-distance buses connect Poznań with other Polish cities and international destinations. You can check schedules at the station or online. Additionally, FlixBus operates regular domestic and international services to Poznań. Current timetables and ticket information are available on the FlixBus website.
