Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) travel guide

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With a population of 171.803, Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) is the largest city in Warminsko-Mazurskie, Poland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) has to offer.

When to visit Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie)

Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) in November
Estimated hotel price
£45
1 night at 3-star hotel
Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) in November
Estimated hotel price
£45
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie)

Plane

Although Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Szymany Olsztyn-Mazury (SZY), which is located 44 km from Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie). The shortest flight to Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 15m.

Train

Located 1.4 km from the city centre, Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) is the busiest station in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie). Another popular train station is Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) Olsztyn Glowny, located 42 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) is to pick up a car hire from Warsaw, which is about 176 km from Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie). You’ll find branches of Flex To Go and Kaizen Rent A Car Inc, among others, in Warsaw.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) Uniwersytet-Prawocheńskiego, located 2.5 km from the city centre of Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie). Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) Olsztyn is also a commonly used station, and is 3.0 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Szymany Olsztyn-Mazury (SZY), which is located 44 km from Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie). The shortest flight to Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 15m.

Train

Located 1.4 km from the city centre, Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) is the busiest station in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie). Another popular train station is Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) Olsztyn Glowny, located 42 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) is to pick up a car hire from Warsaw, which is about 176 km from Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie). You’ll find branches of Flex To Go and Kaizen Rent A Car Inc, among others, in Warsaw.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) Uniwersytet-Prawocheńskiego, located 2.5 km from the city centre of Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie). Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) Olsztyn is also a commonly used station, and is 3.0 km from the city centre.

Airports near Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie)

Airlines serving Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie)

Lufthansa
Good (4,669 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
SWISS
Good (925 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,491 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,602 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,303 reviews)
Air France
Good (978 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,560 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,939 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,127 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,791 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (880 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
LOT
Good (683 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie)

Most booked hotels in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie)

Przystan Hotel&spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£74+
Best Western Plus Hotel Olsztyn Old Town
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£62+
Warminski Hotel & Conference
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£46+
Hotel Wilenski
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£60+
Hotel Wysoka Brama
1 star
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£22+

Hiring a car in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie)

Hiring a car in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) costs £26 per day, on average, or £79 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 24% more expensive than at Szymany Olsztyn-Mazury.

Expect to pay £1.34 per litre in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.97 and £21.30. The most frequently booked car type in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) costs £26 per day, on average, or £79 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 24% more expensive than at Szymany Olsztyn-Mazury.

Expect to pay £1.34 per litre in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.97 and £21.30. The most frequently booked car type in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.