- Must visit
Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
Flagship museum in Oskar Schindler’s former factory, presenting Kraków under Nazi occupation through immersive historical displays.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $162.
Distance: 498 miles (802 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$153 Average price | $86 Average price Cheapest | $348 Average price | $186 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 57m Average total duration 13h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 14m Average total duration 15h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg 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 Frankfurt am Main to Kraków:
A bus is $68 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Kraków costing on average $153 (€126).
A bus is $262 (€215) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Kraków costing on average $348 (€286).
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 27m.
Bus takes on average 15h 44m.
Tickets start at around $153 (€126) compared to roughly $186 (€153) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $33 (€27). The journey takes 13h 27m versus 9h 56m 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 Frankfurt am Main to Kraków trains for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 1272 · IC 60409 · 16503+ 5673 | Delayed 10:04 PM 12:04 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 13h27 | 1:31 PM Kraków Główny | 6 transfers | |
IC 60409 · 16503+ 5673+ KD 66152 | Delayed 10:28 PM 12:28 AMFrankfurt South station | 13h03 | 1:31 PM Kraków Główny | 5 transfers | |
ICE 619 · RJX 61 · EC 204 | Delayed 11:01 PM 12:55 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 16h59 | 5:54 PM Kraków Główny | 2 transfers | |
ICE 619 · RJX 61 · EC 204 | Delayed 11:23 PM 1:17 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 16h37 | 5:54 PM Kraków Główny | 2 transfers | |
ICE 698 · ICE 604 · ICE 1553+ 5675 | Delayed 1:09 AM 3:09 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 14h15 | 5:24 PM Kraków Główny | 5 transfers | |
ICE 698 · ICE 604 · ICE 1553+ 5675 | Delayed 1:31 AM 3:31 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 13h53 | 5:24 PM Kraków Główny | 5 transfers | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
ICE 827 · ICE 602 · EC 135 | On time 4:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 13h49 | 6:27 PM Kraków Główny | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 2536 · ICE 934 · EC 135 | 4:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 13h42 | 6:27 PM Kraków Główny | 3 transfers | |
ICE 2536 · ICE 934 · EC 135 | On time 5:17 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 13h10 | 6:27 PM Kraków Główny | 2 transfers | |
4590 · ICE 2536 · ICE 934 · EC 135 | 5:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 13h07 | 6:27 PM Kraków Główny | 3 transfers | |
S8 · ICE 1555 · EC 57+ 5679 | 6:00 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 14h08 | 8:08 PM Kraków Główny | 4 transfers | |
ICE 1555 · EC 57+ 5679+ KD 69522 | On time 6:28 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 13h40 | 8:08 PM Kraków Główny | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1557 · EC 133 | On time 8:31 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 13h58 | 10:29 PM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
ICE 529 · ICE 1206 · EC 133 | On time 9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 12h48 | 10:29 PM Kraków Główny | 2 transfers | |
ICE 529 · ICE 1206 · EC 133 | On time 9:57 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h32 | 10:29 PM Kraków Główny | 2 transfers | |
ICE 629 · IC 416 | On time 2:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 16h41 | 7:22 AM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
ICE 629 · IC 406 · EC 431 | On time 2:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 15h52 | 6:33 AM Kraków Główny | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Kraków run on average 13 times per day, taking around 13h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€50) but you can travel from only $47 (€39) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 498 miles (802 km) distance in 10h 49m.
Distance 498 miles (802 km) |
Average train duration 13h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 10h 49m |
First train 12:04 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Kraków trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Kraków Główny station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Kraków train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
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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