- 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
€2
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oswiecim to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oswiecim to Kraków will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
Of the 9 trains that leave Oswiecim for Kraków on Tue, Aug 04, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 54 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.
LE419-PL
LE413-PL
LE411-PL
LE419-PL
IC 206
LE411-PL
IC 4306
IC 206
LE419-PL
LE419-PLOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Oswiecim to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €2.
Distance: 32 miles (52 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€10 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oswiecim to Kraków:
A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oswiecim to Kraków costing on average €10.
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 14m.
The journey is about 7m faster (1h 4m by train vs 1h 11m by car) and roughly €3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€10 vs €13). 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 Leo Express, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD), 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 Oswiecim to Kraków trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LE419-PL | 2:44 AM Oświęcim | 0h54 | 3:38 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE419-PL | 2:45 AM Oświęcim | 0h53 | 3:38 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 4306 | 8:04 AM Oświęcim | 0h41 | 8:45 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 30764 · IC 6302 | 8:14 AM Oświęcim | 1h11 | 9:25 AM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
R 30764 | 8:14 AM Oświęcim | 1h18 | 9:32 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 4304 | 12:32 PM Oświęcim | 0h56 | 1:28 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 206 | 12:49 PM Oświęcim | 0h42 | 1:31 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE411-PL | 1:40 PM Oświęcim | 0h38 | 2:18 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE413-PL | 5:34 PM Oświęcim | 1h05 | 6:39 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Oswiecim to Kraków run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (52 km) distance in 36m.
Distance 32 miles (52 km) |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:55 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 Oswiecim 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 Oswiecim to Kraków trains use the Oświęcim to Kraków Główny station pair. Use this guide to compare Oswiecim and Kraków train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Oświęcim is 1 km from Oswiecim city centre. Public transport options include:
Oświęcim has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restauracja La Rossa, Restauracja Portobello
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Oświęcim. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Oświęcim. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oświęcim: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oświęcim: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oświęcim: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Oświęcim, Hotel Galicja Wellness & SPA, Hotel Olecki.
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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