- 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 20
€85
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€97
Fastest journey on Sep 20
13 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
15 h 20 m
Trains on Sep 20
6
Distance
1027 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eindhoven to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eindhoven to Kraków will cost around €97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €85.
It's difficult to get from Eindhoven to Kraków without transferring at least 4 times.
IC 21402 · ICE 141 · 3116 · 33767
IC 21416 · IC 1418 · ICE 141 · 3116
IC 3525 · 20075 · 10127 · ICE 547
IC 3521 · 20073 · 10123 · ICE 847
IC 3521 · 20073 · ICE 1547 · 3122
IC 3525 · 20075 · 10127 · ICE 547
IC 3521 · 20073 · 10123 · ICE 847
IC 3521 · 20073 · ICE 1547 · 3122
IC 2926 · ICE 145 · 3124 · 33775
IC 21416 · IC 1418 · ICE 141 · 3116Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Eindhoven to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €99 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €99, while a flight costs an average of €169.
Distance: 638 miles (1027 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€150 Average price | €169 Average price | €99 Average price Cheapest | €229 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 25m Average total duration 14h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 19h 59m Average total duration 19h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Eindhoven to Kraków:
A bus is €52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Eindhoven to Kraków costing on average €150.
A bus is €71 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Eindhoven to Kraków costing on average €169.
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 55m.
Bus takes on average 19h 29m.
Tickets start at around €150 compared to roughly €229 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €78. The journey takes 14h 55m versus 11h 25m 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 Eindhoven to Kraków trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IC 21402 · ICE 141 · 3116 · 33767 | On time 12:27 AM Eindhoven station | 19h42 | 8:09 PM Kraków Główny | 4 transfers | |
IC 21416 · IC 1418 · ICE 141 · 3116 | On time 1:42 AM Eindhoven station | 18h27 | 8:09 PM Kraków Główny | 5 transfers | |
IC 3521 · 20073 · 10123 · ICE 847 | 8:19 AM Eindhoven station | 14h07 | 10:26 PM Kraków Główny | 7 transfers | |
IC 3521 · 20073 · ICE 1547 · 3122 | 8:19 AM Eindhoven station | 14h59 | 11:18 PM Kraków Główny | 6 transfers | |
IC 2926 · ICE 145 · 3124 · 33775 | On time 8:34 AM Eindhoven station | 15h09 | 11:43 PM Kraków Główny | 4 transfers | |
IC 3525 · 20075 · 10127 · ICE 547 | 9:19 AM Eindhoven station | 13h59 | 11:18 PM Kraków Główny | 7 transfers | |
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Trains from Eindhoven to Kraków run on average 4 times per day, taking around 14h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €50 but you can travel from only €25 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 638 miles (1027 km) distance in 12h 31m.
Distance 638 miles (1027 km) |
Average train duration 14h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €50 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 12h 31m |
First train 12:14 AM |
Last train 11:50 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 Eindhoven 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 Eindhoven to Kraków trains use the Eindhoven to Kraków Główny station pair. Use this guide to compare Eindhoven and Kraków train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Eindhoven 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: Restaurant The Happiness Café, De Vooruitgang
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Eindhoven. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Eindhoven. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Eindhoven: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Eindhoven: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eindhoven: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Eindhoven Centre, Pullman Eindhoven Cocagne, The Student Hotel Eindhoven.
Eindhoven Strijp-S is 1 km from Eindhoven city centre. Public transport options include:
Eindhoven Strijp-S has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: MOOD Strijp S, Radio Royaal
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Eindhoven Strijp-S. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Eindhoven Strijp-S: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Eindhoven Strijp-S: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eindhoven Strijp-S: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Blue Collar Hotel, Inntel Hotels Art Eindhoven, Hotel the Match.
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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