Moving about in Poland by car enables you to see more places than by train or coach, choose your own routes and take more luggage. What is more, you do not need to drive your own vehicle - you can rent one in Poland.

Crossing the border between Poland and other EU countries is very easy. As Poland is party to the Schengen Agreement on the abolition of border controls, there are no border formalities for visitors arriving from other EU countries. Crossing into non-Schengen countries bordering on Poland may take time and additional paperwork required by the immigration service of the neighbouring country. 

Even though Poland’s National Roadside Assistance Service guarantees that 75 per cent of all emergency repairs will be successful dealt with by the roadside, for trouble–free motoring in Poland you should consider some sort of breakdown insurance cover.

While travelling in Poland by car, you need to be aware of the local regulations for public road users, which may sometimes be different than in other EU countries.

While driving, cycling or walking across Poland, look out for white and brown road signs which indicate the most interesting places to visit.

The condition of Polish roads could be described as relatively good. Access roads around major cities are steadily improving, and B-type roads are pretty good.

You will find many fuel stations in Polish towns and along A and B type roads across the country. The outlets are operated not only by the large international chains but also by national petrol companies. Petrol filling stations situated in town centres and along the major roads are usually open round the clock and seven days a week.