- 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 19
$126
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$131
Fastest journey on Sep 19
6 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
8 h 8 m
Trains on Sep 19
7
Distance
455 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linz to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linz to Kraków will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
It's difficult to get from Linz to Kraków without transferring at least once.
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EC 204Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $65 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 21m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $65, while a flight costs an average of $547.
Distance: 282 miles (455 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$65 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price | $547 Average price | $153 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 52m Average total duration 11h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Linz to Kraków:
A train is $12 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Linz to Kraków costing on average $76.
A train is $482 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Linz to Kraków costing on average $547.
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 13m.
Bus takes on average 11h 22m.
Tickets start at around $65 compared to roughly $153 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $88. The journey takes 7h 13m versus 6h 48m 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 EuroNight.
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 Linz to Kraków trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IC 549+ EC 204 | 10:32 AM Linz Hbf | 7h12 | 5:44 PM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
IC 647+ EC 202 | 2:32 PM Linz Hbf | 6h55 | 9:27 PM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
EN 40416 | 9:45 PM Linz Hbf | 9h30 | 7:15 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
RJX19929+ EC 204 | 8:17 AM Linz Hbf | 9h27 | 5:44 PM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
NJ 40421+ EC 204 | 8:27 AM Linz Hbf | 9h17 | 5:44 PM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
IC 545+ EC 204 | 8:32 AM Linz Hbf | 9h12 | 5:44 PM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
NJ 469+ EC 204 | 8:48 AM Linz Hbf | 8h56 | 5:44 PM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
RJX 265+ EC 204 | 9:17 AM Linz Hbf | 8h27 | 5:44 PM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Linz to Kraków run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 282 miles (455 km) distance in 6h 33m.
Distance 282 miles (455 km) |
Average train duration 7h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 33m |
First train 12:32 AM |
Last train 10:48 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 Linz 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 Linz to Kraków trains use the Linz Hbf to Kraków Główny station pair. Use this guide to compare Linz and Kraków train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Linz Hbf is 1 km from Linz city centre. Public transport options include:
Linz Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Josef Linz, Das Anton
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Linz Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Linz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Linz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Linz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linz Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schillerpark, Austria Trend Hotel Schillerpark, Park Inn by Radisson Linz.
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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