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Train Warsaw to Krakow: Trip Overview

Train Warsaw to Krakow: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$14
Average train trip duration2h 56m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure8:50 PM
Distance251 km
Please note, this information is subject to change
Train companies

Train companies

PL train company: WESTbahn

Warsaw to Krakow Trains

Information about this train trip

Daily Trains1
Earliest and Latest Train Departures8:50PM
Minimum PriceUS$14
Average Ticket PriceUS$14
Minimum Trip Duration2h56m
Average Train Trip Duration2h56m
Distance251 km
Train Companies on This RouteLRAI
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Warsaw - Krakow

The average train ticket price from Warsaw to Krakow is US$14. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Warsaw to Krakow is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

A train trip between Warsaw and Krakow is around 2h 56m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 56m. This is the time it takes to travel the 253 km that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Warsaw to Krakow can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Warsaw to Krakow by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the train from Warsaw to Krakow, you can travel comfortably and safely with LRAI.

Trains travelling between Warsaw and Krakow leave from Zachodnia or Warsaw Airport and arrive at Główny, Krakow Airport, Krakow Plaszow.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Warsaw and Krakow is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Krakow.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Krakow you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Warsaw and Krakow compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your real-life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your train ride from Warsaw to Krakow.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Warsaw to Krakow?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel timeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel time5h 30mAvg PriceUS$23Daily Departures55
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel time2h 56mAvg PriceUS$14Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpoolTravel time3h 30mAvg PriceUS$15Daily Departures42

The best way to travel between Warsaw and Krakow is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$14 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$14. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Krakow, choose the train, as it will take you from Warsaw to Krakow in about 2h 56m —that's the fastest way to get there!

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