The cheapest and fastest trains from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 2 trains that leave John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice for Prague Vaclav Havel Airport on Thu, Aug 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 395 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 7 h 9 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.
11:18 PM6h40John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice5:58 AMPrague Vaclav Havel Airport$251One-way0 transfers
9:09 AM7h09John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice4:18 PMPrague Vaclav Havel Airport$311One-way0 transfers
11:18 PM6h40John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice5:58 AMPrague Vaclav Havel Airport$251One-way0 transfers
9:09 AM7h09John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice4:18 PMPrague Vaclav Havel Airport$311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $25.
Distance: 245 miles (395 km)
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$26 Average price Cheapest | $199 Average price | $40 Average price | $114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport:
A train is $15 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport costing on average $40 (€33).
A train is $173 (€141) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport costing on average $199 (€162).
Other travel options to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 27m.
Bus takes on average 9h 10m.
Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $114 (€93) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $88 (€72). The journey takes 6h 27m versus 4h 55m 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.
Direct services run with Leo Express, RegioJet a.s..
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:11 PM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 6h47 | 4:58 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 9:09 AM John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice | 7h09 | 4:18 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
Trains from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:17, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 245 miles (395 km) distance in 6h 13m.
Distance 245 miles (395 km) |
Average train duration 6h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 6h 13m |
First train 8:17 AM |
Last train 11:18 PM |
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Train companies: Leo Express, RegioJet a.s. from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport trainsLeo Express, RegioJet a.s. trains will get you between John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice and Prague Vaclav Havel Airport from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport 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 Prague Vaclav Havel Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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