Poland's second largest city happens to be more charming, historically significant and better preserved than the country's capital. It also enjoys excellent, fast rail links with trains arriving from Warsaw, as well as from Wroclaw and Lodz. InterCity trains depart Warsaw every hour and take around 2.5 hours. There are several services from Wroclaw each day which take around 3.5 hours. Visitors can also reach Krakow from neighbouring countries by taking an overnight train. These depart each evening from Budapest, Prague, Vienna and Berlin.

Which is the main train station in Krakow?

Krakow Central railroad Station (Dworzec Główny PKP) is the city's main train station. The station is conveniently located near to the Old Town in the heart of Krakow, just a couple of minutes walk to the main square, sites and shops. This ultra-modern station is the hub for urban and suburban trains as well as for national and international train services.

Which train companies offer trains to Krakow?

Most national rail services and some international services in Poland are operated by Polish State Railways (Polskie Koleje Państwowe SA), especially the intercity services. Regional services are operated by Przewozy Regionalne. Some of the rail services from international cities are operated by other state providers, including Ö BB Nightjet for services from Austria and Deutsche Bahn for trains from Germany.

Why travel by train to Krakow?

With excellent frequent links from other major cities, both national and international, rail is the most efficient way to reach Krakow. The central location of the city's modern railroad station also makes life easy for visitors. Rail travel in Poland is also affordable, especially when compared to many other European countries.

Before you travel to Krakow by train - good to know!

Most attractions and significant sites are found in the city's UNESCO listed medieval old town, but it's worth venturing just a little further. Lying to the south of the centre is the UNESCO-protected Kazimierz district, a historic Jewish Quarter where visitors can find out more about the story of Polish Jewish culture, both past and present. Krakow is not just a celebration of Baroque, Renaissance and Gothic architecture. Take a visit to the Nowa Huta region to take in the Brutalist Soviet-era architecture, and be sure to stop for an ice cream in Plac Centralny.

Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet and ÖBB | Nightjet to Kraków trains

Find the best journey to Kraków with ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet and ÖBB | Nightjet. Comparing schedules and prices and booking the most convenient trip has never been easier with over 1000 travel companies on Omio.

ÖBB Nightjet is an Austrian train company that offers overnight services across Europe. It has a range of train types, including the EuroNight, CityNightLine and Nightjet, which all offer comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. The EuroNight is the most luxurious option, with private compartments and a restaurant car. The CityNightLine is a more affordable option, with compartments and couchettes, while the Nightjet is the most basic option, with couchettes and reclining seats. Ticket types include Economy, Comfort and Business, with the latter offering the most luxurious experience. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, a restaurant car and a bar. The most popular routes for ÖBB Nightjet are from Vienna to Munich, Berlin, Zurich, Amsterdam, Prague and Budapest.

The ÖBB Euro City is a high-speed train service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, connecting major cities across the country. The Euro City trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioned coaches and plenty of legroom. There are two types of Euro City trains: the EC (Euro City) and the IC (InterCity). The EC trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while the IC trains are slightly slower, with speeds of up to 160 km/h. The ÖBB Euro City offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a restaurant car. The most popular routes for the ÖBB Euro City include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz. These routes offer stunning views of the Austrian countryside and provide a convenient way to travel between major cities.

ÖBB Railjet is a high-speed train service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, offering fast and comfortable journeys between major cities. The Railjet trains are modern and spacious, with comfortable seating, air-conditioning, and power sockets. There are three types of Railjet trains: the Railjet Comfort, the Railjet Business, and the Railjet First Class. The Comfort class offers standard seating, while the Business class offers more spacious seating and complimentary drinks and snacks. The First Class offers the most luxurious experience, with extra-wide seats, complimentary meals, and access to a private lounge. The Railjet service operates on several popular routes, including Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz. Tickets can be purchased online or at the station, and there are several types of tickets available, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. With its modern trains, comfortable seating, and convenient ticketing options, ÖBB Railjet is the perfect way to explore Austria.

RegioJet is a Czech train company that offers a wide range of services to its customers including trains to Kraków. It operates both regional and long-distance trains, with the latter covering routes across the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria, and Hungary. The regional trains are known as RegioJet Express and offer frequent departures throughout the day. The long-distance trains are called RegioJet Comfort and provide a more luxurious experience with comfortable seating, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. RegioJet offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include a café car, a restaurant car, and a bar car. Passengers can also enjoy a selection of movies and music, as well as access to power outlets. The most popular routes for RegioJet are Prague to Brno, Prague to Ostrava, and Prague to Vienna. These routes offer convenient connections to major cities in the Czech Republic and beyond.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train to Kraków.

Train stations in Kraków

Kraków

The major train station for arrivals in Kraków is Kraków Główny. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kraków Główny for your journey to Kraków.

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Pawia, 31-154 Kraków, Poland

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