- Must visit
Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
Flagship museum in Oskar Schindler’s former factory, presenting Kraków under Nazi occupation through immersive historical displays.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€131
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€160
Fastest journey on Sep 19
15 h 58 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
16 h 26 m
Trains on Sep 19
7
Distance
796 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Kraków will cost around €160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €131.
It's difficult to get from Copenhagen to Kraków without transferring at least 6 times.
IC 50129 · IC 5757 · 11171 · ICE 603
IC 50109 · IC 5753 · 11163 · ICE 509
S A · IC 50109 · IC 5753 · 11163
IC 50121 · IC 5755 · 11167 · ICE 601
IC 50129 · IC 5757 · ICE 1127 · ICE 603
IC 50129 · IC 5757 · 11171 · ICE 603
IC 50129 · IC 5757 · ICE 1127 · ICE 603
S B · IC 50129 · IC 5757 · ICE 1127
IC 50121 · IC 5755 · 11167 · ICE 601
S A · IC 50121 · IC 5755 · 11167Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €92 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €92, while a flight costs an average of €299.
Distance: 494 miles (796 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€124 Average price | €299 Average price | €92 Average price Cheapest | €251 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 52m Average total duration 16h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 17h 47m Average total duration 17h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Kraków:
A bus is €32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Kraków costing on average €124.
A bus is €207 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Kraków costing on average €299.
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 22m.
Bus takes on average 17h 17m.
Tickets start at around €124 compared to roughly €251 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €127. The journey takes 16h 22m versus 12h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Kraków trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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S A · IC 50109 · IC 5753 · 11163 | On time 2:21 AM Vesterport st | 17h48 | 8:09 PM Kraków Główny | 7 transfers | |
IC 50109 · IC 5753 · 11163 · ICE 509 | On time 2:45 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 17h24 | 8:09 PM Kraków Główny | 6 transfers | |
S A · IC 50121 · IC 5755 · 11167 | 5:21 AM Vesterport st | 17h05 | 10:26 PM Kraków Główny | 8 transfers | |
IC 50121 · IC 5755 · 11167 · ICE 601 | 5:45 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 16h41 | 10:26 PM Kraków Główny | 7 transfers | |
S B · IC 50129 · IC 5757 · ICE 1127 | On time 7:17 AM Vesterport st | 16h26 | 11:43 PM Kraków Główny | 7 transfers | |
IC 50129 · IC 5757 · 11171 · ICE 603 | On time 7:45 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 15h58 | 11:43 PM Kraków Główny | 6 transfers | |
IC 50129 · IC 5757 · ICE 1127 · ICE 603 | On time 7:45 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 15h58 | 11:43 PM Kraków Główny | 6 transfers | |
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Trains from Copenhagen to Kraków run on average 3 times per day, taking around 16h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €57 but you can travel from only €20 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 494 miles (796 km) distance in 13h 13m.
Distance 494 miles (796 km) |
Average train duration 16h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €57 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 13h 13m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Kraków — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kraków trip today.
Flagship museum in Oskar Schindler’s former factory, presenting Kraków under Nazi occupation through immersive historical displays.
Branch of the Czartoryski Museum famed for Leonardo da Vinci’s Lady with an Ermine and important European decorative arts.
Underground archaeological museum beneath the Main Square, revealing medieval streets, artifacts, and the city’s early trade history.
Historic district south of the Old Town, known for synagogues, courtyards, layered history, and one of Kraków’s best walking atmospheres.
Medieval core of Kraków packed with churches, squares, lanes, and landmarks; the city’s essential area for first-time visitors.
Leafy park ring replacing the old city walls, ideal for a relaxed walk around the Old Town between major sights.
Obwarzanek Krakowski is Kraków’s iconic ring-shaped bread, chewy and topped with salt, poppy or sesame. It has protected status and is sold from blue street stalls.
Maczanka Krakowska is a traditional Kraków sandwich of slow-cooked pork in a soft roll, often called a local ancestor of pulled pork sandwiches.
Pierogi are dumplings common in Kraków, often filled with meat, potato and cheese, or seasonal fruit. They are a staple of Polish home cooking and milk bars.
Popular traditional venue near the center serving hearty Polish specialties in a rustic cellar atmosphere with strong local character.
Well-known milk bar for budget-friendly Polish comfort food such as pierogi, soups, and pancakes in a simple local canteen setting.
Historic restaurant on the Main Square known for classic Polish dishes, elegant interiors, and traditional service in a landmark setting.
More affordable than many Western European city breaks. Dining and transit are low-cost, while central hotels can rise in peak season.
Tipping is appreciated, not mandatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 10%. Tip taxis by rounding up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is common.
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Kraków Główny -> Rynek Główny, Kraków
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Kraków by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kraków, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Copenhagen to Kraków trains use the København Hovedb. to Kraków Główny station pair. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Kraków train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
København Hovedb. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
København, Tietgensgade (Hovedbanegården togbus) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at København, Tietgensgade (Hovedbanegården togbus).
ATMs are available at København, Tietgensgade (Hovedbanegården togbus).
Available at København, Tietgensgade (Hovedbanegården togbus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at København, Tietgensgade (Hovedbanegården togbus): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at København, Tietgensgade (Hovedbanegården togbus).
Svanemoellen st is 4 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:
Svanemoellen st has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Svanemoellen st.
ATMs are available at Svanemoellen st.
Available at Svanemoellen st: Parking, WC.
Available at Svanemoellen st: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Svanemoellen st.
Kraków Główny is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków Główny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restauracja Browar Lubicz, Bistro Bene by Tomasz Leśniak
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Kraków Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Kraków Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kraków Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kraków Główny: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto, PURO Kraków Stare Miasto, Vienna House Andel's Cracow.
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