How to get to the Royal Route (Nowy Świat) by metro
Station, line, time and exit — the complete guide.
Get off at Nowy Świat-Uniwersytet station (Line M2). From there it is a ~1-minute walk to Nowy Świat, Krakowskie Przedmieście and the Royal Route.
The University of Warsaw and the Presidential Palace are on the same street.
Alternatively: station Centrum (Line M1).
Overview
Nowy Świat and Krakowskie Przedmieście form the Royal Route — Warsaw’s grand historic avenue of cafés, palaces, the University of Warsaw and the Presidential Palace, leading all the way to the Old Town. The M2 station Nowy Świat-Uniwersytet comes up right onto the street.
Getting there from key points
| Starting point | Metro route |
|---|---|
| Centrum | M1 line to Świętokrzyska, transfer to M2, ~5 min |
| Rondo Daszyńskiego | M2 line toward Bródno, ~6 min |
| Copernicus Science Centre | M2 line, ~2 min |
Step by step
Take the Line M2 and get off at Nowy Świat-Uniwersytet station.
Follow the signs to the right exit.
In about 1 minutes on foot you reach Nowy Świat, Krakowskie Przedmieście and the Royal Route.
Useful information
Frequently asked questions
How much is a ticket?
ZTM tickets from 4.40 zł (75 min) are valid on the metro, trams and buses. See the "Schedule" page for hours.
How long does it take from the centre?
Centrum: M1 line to Świętokrzyska, transfer to M2, ~5 min.
Which lines serve the station?
Nowy Świat-Uniwersytet station is served by Line M2.
Is the station accessible?
Yes, every metro station in Warsaw has lifts.
Where can I find more sights?
See all attractions near the metro.
Spis treści
Updated: August 2026