- 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 16
$79
Average ticket price on Sep 16
$84
Fastest journey on Sep 16
4 h 54 m
Average journey duration on Sep 16
4 h 57 m
Trains on Sep 16
16
Distance
485 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gdańsk to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gdańsk to Kraków will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
On Wed, Sep 16, we found 16 trains from Gdańsk to Kraków, including 9 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 16 the direct trains cover the 485 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 54 m .
On Wed, Sep 16 the slowest trains will take 5 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 5118 · EIC 1350
EIC 5350
EIP 8300
EIP 5404 · EIP 1306
EIP 5304
EIP 8300
EIP 5310
EIC 5350
EIP 5304
EIP 5352Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gdańsk to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $41 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, while a flight costs an average of $209.
Distance: 301 miles (485 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest | $209 Average price | $108 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 8m Average total duration 9h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg 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 Gdańsk to Kraków:
A bus is $22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gdańsk to Kraków costing on average $63.
A bus is $168 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gdańsk to Kraków costing on average $209.
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 41m.
Bus takes on average 9h 38m.
The journey is about 20m faster (5h 41m by train vs 6h 1m by car) and roughly $45 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($63 vs $108). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s., PKP Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Gdańsk to Kraków trains for today, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EIP 5310 | 6:02 PM Gdańsk Główny | 4h55 | 10:57 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EIP 5102 · IC 5320 | 6:55 PM Gdańsk Główny | 6h11 | 1:06 AM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, September 16 | |||||
IC 5118 · EIC 1350 | 3:55 AM Gdańsk Główny | 6h03 | 9:58 AM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
IC 5118 · EIC 1350 | 3:55 AM Gdańsk Główny | 6h03 | 9:58 AM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
IC 5118 · EIP 5300 | 3:55 AM Gdańsk Główny | 7h01 | 10:56 AM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
EIP 5300 | 5:55 AM Gdańsk Główny | 5h01 | 10:56 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EIC 5350 | 7:00 AM Gdańsk Główny | 4h57 | 11:57 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EIP 5400 · EIP 1304 | 7:55 AM Gdańsk Główny | 5h02 | 12:57 PM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
EIP 8300 | 9:02 AM Gdańsk Główny | 4h54 | 1:56 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EIP 5302 | 10:55 AM Gdańsk Główny | 5h02 | 3:57 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EIP 5352 | 11:55 AM Gdańsk Główny | 5h01 | 4:56 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EIP 5404 · EIP 1306 | 12:55 PM Gdańsk Główny | 5h04 | 5:59 PM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
EIP 5304 | 1:55 PM Gdańsk Główny | 5h00 | 6:55 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EIP 5306 | 2:55 PM Gdańsk Główny | 5h01 | 7:56 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EIP 5308 | 3:55 PM Gdańsk Główny | 5h01 | 8:56 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EIP 5406 · EIP 1308 | 4:55 PM Gdańsk Główny | 5h02 | 9:57 PM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Gdańsk to Kraków run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 301 miles (485 km) distance in 4h 56m.
Distance 301 miles (485 km) |
Average train duration 5h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 4h 56m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 10:09 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 Gdańsk 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 Gdańsk to Kraków trains use the Gdańsk Główny to Kraków Główny station pair. Use this guide to compare Gdańsk and Kraków train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gdańsk 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pierogarnia Mandu Centrum, Restauracja Gvara
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Gdańsk Stare Miasto, Scandic Gdańsk, Hotel Wolne Miasto.
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz is 4 km from Gdańsk city centre. Public transport options include:
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz 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: Pobitegary, Avocado Vegan Bistro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Szydlowski, Villa Vrest, Smart Hotel.
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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