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Musée d'art et d'histoire
A major fine arts museum with strong Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern art, in a grand historic building.
Cheapest price
$123
Average price
$174
Fastest journey
20 h 57 m
Average duration
21 h 54 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1108 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kraków to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Geneva will cost around $174 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.
It's difficult to get from Kraków to Geneva without transferring at least 4 times.
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IC 134 · ICE 1554 · ICE 77 · IC 607Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $77, and a flight costs an average of $35.
Distance: 688 miles (1108 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$138 Average price | $167 Average price | $105 Average price Cheapest | $391 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 8m Average total duration 17h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 34m Average total duration 24h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.3 - 6.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.8kg 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 Kraków to Geneva:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kraków to Geneva costing on average $138 (€113).
A bus is $62 (€51) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kraków to Geneva costing on average $167 (€137).
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 38m.
Bus takes on average 24h 4m.
Tickets start at around $138 (€113) compared to roughly $391 (€322) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $254 (€209). The journey takes 17h 38m versus 14h 1m 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 Kraków to Geneva trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:53 AM Kraków | 23h02 | 5:55 AM Geneva | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 AM Kraków | 22h05 | 6:25 AM Geneva | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:52 AM Kraków | 21h33 | 7:25 AM Geneva | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:54 AM Kraków | 22h31 | 8:25 AM Geneva | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 AM Kraków | 21h35 | 8:25 AM Geneva | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:54 AM Kraków | 22h31 | 9:25 AM Geneva | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:13 PM Kraków | 20h12 | 8:25 AM Geneva | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Kraków to Geneva run on average 5 times per day, taking around 17h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $81 (€67) but you can travel from only $35 (€29) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 688 miles (1108 km) distance in 17h 7m.
Distance 688 miles (1108 km) |
Average train duration 17h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€67) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 17h 7m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 10:46 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Best time to book 42 days |
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Geneva is pricier than most European cities. Hotels, dining, and daily transit are costly, though efficient public transport and supermarket meals can reduce visitor spending.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round taxi fares up slightly; in cafes, round up or leave small change.
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Most Kraków to Geneva trains use the Kraków Główny to Genève station pair, with some services arriving at Genève-Aéroport. Use this guide to compare Kraków and Geneva train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Genève 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport 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: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
Genève, Cornavin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food options include: La Matze Restaurant
ATMs are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Cornavin.
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