How to Book Train Travel From Poland to Berlin

If your future travels will take you from Poland to Berlin, the train system offers the easiest mode of transportation. With direct lines that run from major Polish cities such as Warsaw and Krakow, you have lots of scheduling and amenity options. Read on to learn how to book train travel from Poland to Berlin.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer with Internet connection
• Passport

Book Your Train Tickets From Poland to Berlin

1. Book your train tickets by visiting the RailEurope Web site. See the Resources section below for a link. You can also call (888) 382-RAIL.
2. Select your departure city within Poland. Major hubs include Krakow, Warsaw and Katowice, but if you're traveling from a more rural area, make your way to one of these cities and book travel to Berlin from there.
3. Choose your class of service. Be aware that first-class tickets to Germany can be substantially more expensive, but you may find the additional amenities well worth it.
4. Choose from the various train options available. Different trains travel at different speeds in Poland. Slower trains, called "Locals," are cheap but stop at most cities. Express trains will cost more, but get you direct to Berlin faster.
5. Choose between the super fast and sleek ICE trains or the slower, cheaper IC trains in Germany.

Leave for Berlin

6. Find your train platform by checking the yellow departure signs in the Poland station.
7. Upgrade to a reserved seat, if you choose, by visiting a ticket window. This will cost a small surcharge.
8. Check signs on the platform to locate what section of the train you will be boarding.
9. Verify the train's destination sign before you board.
10. Use Berlin's S-Bahn public transportation system once you arrive. All stations in Berlin are connected to the Bahn.

Tips & Warnings

• Book your train travel online and take complete control of your itinerary. Online booking gives you access to detailed information concerning routes, trains and the various ticketing options available.
• Trains to Berlin now feature electrical outlets. Book a seat in the open wagons for the largest selection.
• You have several train station options in Berlin. There is a new central station that opened in 2006, but other stations are located in various parts of the city for your convenience.
• Before departing for your train station in Poland, call ahead to confirm departure and check the weather forecast.

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