Poland 2025 Travel Costs: Daily Budget Guide for Mid-Range Trips

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Think Europe is too expensive in 2025? Not if you go to Poland.
Poland is still one of the best-value destinations in Europe, even as prices rise across the continent. If you’re wondering how much a trip to Poland really costs, this post breaks down exactly what I spent on a mid-range itinerary.

I visited in April as part of a couple, travelling through Gdańsk, Warsaw, Kraków and smaller towns in between. We stayed in central apartments with good reviews, dined at a mix of cafés and restaurants, took first-class trains, and joined a few guided tours. No backpacking, no 5-star splurges—just comfortable, independent travel with good value in mind.

If that sounds like your travel style, the numbers here will give you a clear idea of what to expect in 2025.

Accommodation Costs: Comfort at a Reasonable Price

Accommodation was our biggest expense—but for the level of comfort we enjoyed, it was still excellent value. I chose self-contained apartments in central locations, either close to the Old Town or near major transport hubs. We appreciated the extra space, a decent-sized refrigerator, and the occasional bonus of a washing machine—ideal for longer stays or travelling light.

Since we visited in April, air conditioning wasn’t essential. We also didn’t prioritise elevators, though that’s something to consider if you have mobility issues. One of my favourite stays even featured a rather dubious staircase—not ideal after a long train journey with luggage in tow!

Nightly rates ranged from $52 USD in Gdańsk (for a compact apartment right on Długi Targ) to $136 USD in Kraków, where we splurged a little on a stylish apartment with a generous breakfast. Wrocław and Toruń offered excellent value, with apartments priced at $59 and $71 USD per night, respectively.

💰 Average nightly rate: $80 USD per couple

You could certainly reduce costs by staying further from the centre—but I prefer being close to the action. It makes it easier to have an afternoon rest, ready to venture out and enjoy the Old Town in the evening.

Even more importantly, it gives you access to the best light and fewest crowds for early-morning photography. For me, enjoying the Old Town streets in the golden hour is worth the extra expense.

Transport Costs: Trains, Trams and Transfers

Poland’s public transport is efficient, easy to navigate, and very affordable.

I travelled between cities by train, booking first-class tickets directly through the PKP Intercity website a few weeks in advance. Routes included Kraków to Warsaw, Warsaw to Toruń, Toruń to Gdańsk, and Gdańsk to Wrocław.

Ticket prices ranged from 108 to 144 PLN per journey for 2 people. ( ~$30–40 USD). The total spend on intercity train travel was 493 PLN (approx. 247 PLN / $68 USD per person).

Day trips to Malbork Castle, Sopot (from Gdańsk), and the Wieliczka Salt Mine (from Kraków) were also by regional train. These shorter trips were excellent value, with a combined cost of 100 PLN per person (around $28 USD).

For local transport within cities, I used a mix of trams and buses, which were reliable and cheap. A 75-minute ticket in Warsaw cost just 4.40 PLN (under $1.50 USD). A 24-hour or 3-day pass, is priced between 15 and 36 PLN (~$4.15–10 USD), available at machines or via mobile apps. Incredible value!

Transfers between train stations and accommodation—when needed—were handled by taxi or rideshare, costing a total of 145 PLN across five trips over 16 days.

🚆 Total transport spend per person: 419 PLN (~$116 USD)
📅 Daily transport average: 26 PLN (~$7.20 USD)

Food and Drink Costs in Poland

Poland is a great place to eat well without breaking the bank. To keep both costs and waistlines in check, we typically started the day with simple supplies from a supermarket—yoghurt, fruit, or rolls worked well when staying in an apartment.

Lunch was our main meal of the day. We’d usually stop at a café or mid-range restaurant for a hearty main course with a glass of wine or beer. Sometimes we’d add a starter or dessert, depending on how hungry we were. The food was generally filling enough that dinner wasn’t necessary—just some snacks from the supermarket later in the evening.

Prices varied depending on location, with tourist hotspots charging more than local favourites. But overall, a sit-down meal for two with drinks typically cost between 167- 327PLN (~$47–$92 USD), with our average spend landing around 181 PLN (~$51 USD) for two people.

Groceries are inexpensive, and even small chains like Żabka or Carrefour Express carry all the basics for self-catering. If you’re staying in an apartment, it’s easy to assemble a light breakfast or keep snacks on hand.

A 500mL beer in a restaurant usually cost around 18 PLN (~$5 USD), while wine was only slightly more. Coffee, on the other hand, was surprisingly expensive—prices were similar to what we pay in Australia.

You could easily reduce your food budget by cooking yourself or eating at milk bars and fast food outlets. But for me, sitting down to a proper meal is a non-negotiable part of the travel experience—and in Poland, it’s still very affordable.

Sightseeing and Activities

Many of Poland’s top attractions are very affordable—and many museums are even free on certain days of the week. Seniors (typically 60+) may also be eligible for discounted entry.

Museum tickets usually ranged from 25 to 70 PLN per person, often including an audio guide. Here’s what I paid in 2025:

• 70 PLN – Malbork Castle
• 35 PLN – Warsaw Uprising Museum
• 45 PLN – POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews
• 32 PLN – WWII Museum in Gdańsk

For guided tours, I joined a few group experiences that offered excellent value:

• 130 PLN – Wieliczka Salt Mine tour
• 130 PLN – Group tour to Auschwitz-Birkenau
• 335 PLN – Food tour in Gdańsk

Private tours are also available, but you can expect to pay significantly more for a personalised experience.

I also booked free (tip-based) walking tours in most cities, which I highly recommend. These are professionally led and offer a great introduction to local history and culture. The suggested tip is around €10 per person (approximately 45 PLN / $12 USD).

🎟️ Average spend on sightseeing and activities per person: 54PLN

Sample Daily Costs (Mid-Range Style)

To give you a realistic sense of what mid-range travel in Poland costs, here’s a breakdown of a fairly typical day for two people, based on my 16-day trip.

The above reflects the average spend over 16 days.  Some days were cheaper, especially if it was a travel day or I skipped a paid activity. Others (like day tours or travel days) cost more.

Total Trip Costs

Over 16 days, my total spend was approximately 11,250 PLN—around $3,112 USD for two people. That’s an average of 700 PLN per day, (~$193 USD) covering everything from accommodation and meals to museums, transport, and occasional extras.

For that amount, I didn’t feel like I missed out. I stayed in central locations, ate well, joined a few guided tours, and travelled comfortably throughout.

Final Thoughts: Is Poland Still Good Value in 2025?

For mid-range travellers, Poland absolutely remains excellent value in 2025—especially when compared with much of Western Europe. And maybe it’s just me, but when prices are this reasonable, I’m far more inclined to linger in a place and really soak it up.

I travelled in comfort—staying in well-located apartments, enjoying daily meals out, and taking a few memorable guided tours—without ever feeling like I was overspending. Poland offered a memorable travel experience at a price that felt like a exceptional value.

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