It’s easier to plan your journey working backwards from the moment you board: visualise the action you need to take when you reach the bus and check that everything you need for it will be accessible. An unfamiliar bus station or a complicated change become easier if you break the route down into short, manageable steps. It’s worth noting down the main landmarks before you set off, and allow plenty of time to allow for your luggage.
What to do before your journey
Save the station name in the local language, the address, coordinates, journey number and a photo of the correct entrance. Upon arrival, first check the display boards and signs, and only then look for a café or transport. Don’t stray far from your boarding point without knowing the exact time of your return journey.
- departure
- arrival
- platform
- delay
Step-by-step guide
Open the relevant file, settings or confirmation whilst you’re still at home. Give it a clear name, check that it’s legible and show your companion exactly where it’s saved.
Do not rely solely on email for critical information: the network or app may be unavailable at the very moment of verification.
Useful links
Read more about Warsaw-Zachodnia, Kraków MDA, and the phrase card. Current timetables are available on RedRay. For rules, which may change, use the official EU guide for bus passengers and the official resources of the country on your route. Sources verified on 6 September 2026.
Questions and answers
Odjazd: how do I check it?
Odjazd means ‘departure’, and przyjazd means ‘arrival’.
Przyjazd: when should you be ready?
Stanowisko refers to the platform number or boarding point; check it on the display board before you leave.
Platform: where can I check?
A ‘delay’ indicates a delay, but it’s best to check the new time as well.
Delay: what should you do?
Keep the phrase ‘Gdzie jest stanowisko mojego autobusu?’ handy when asking about the platform.