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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
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Fastest Journey
6 h 42 m
Average
6 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
392 km
Of the 2 trains that leave Prague for Kraków every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
Distance | 243 miles (392 km) | |
Average train duration | 6 h 42 min | |
Average train ticket price | $20 (€17) | |
Direct train | Yes | |
Train providers | RegioJet, Leo Express, RegioJet a. S. Or Czech Railway |
Trains from Prague to Kraków cover the 243 miles (392 km) long trip taking on average 6 h 42 min with our travel partners like RegioJet, Leo Express, RegioJet a. S. Or Czech Railway. There are direct train services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $16 (€14), but the average price of train tickets is $20 (€17).
Travel between Prague and Kraków from $16 (€14) with Omio’s train partners Student Agency, Leo Express and České dráhy! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.
Leo Express is a Czech train and bus company which offers the following train ticket types for your train between Prague and Kraków: Economy, Economy Plus, Business and Premium.
Save time and money by searching for and booking your Leo Express train from Prague to Kraków online with Omio! If you’re looking for the cheapest, fastest or earliest Leo Express train from Prague to Kraków, Omio can help you out every step of the way. Check current Leo Express train schedules for the ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best connections for the 243 miles (392 km) journey from Prague to Kraków as well as ticket information for the train (such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard), and then book a cheap train ticket – all in one convenient place. If you are using the Omio app to search for trains between Prague and Kraków, you can check straight away if the Leo Express ticket is a mobile ticket, which makes it easy for you to go paperless when traveling without needing to purchase tickets in person at the train station. Buy your official Leo Express Prague to Kraków train tickets online on Omio quickly and easily and enjoy the travel experience!
RegioJet is the leading bus company in the Czech Republic. Choose from the following ticket fare options for your next train to Kraków from Prague: Low Cost, Standard, Fun & Relax, Relax and Business.
Enjoy a smooth and easy trip from Prague to Kraków with Student Agency! As an official travel partner of Student Agency, Omio can help you search current train schedules and timetables from Student Agency, compare the best routes between Prague and Kraków as well as the class fares available for this route (including information on baggage allowance and amenities provided onboard), and buy the most affordable Student Agency Prague to Kraków train ticket available today. If you search for Student Agency tickets in the Omio app, you can also see if they are mobile tickets so that you can travel paperless rather than needing to wait in a line at the train station in person to purchase tickets. Once you find your ideal route, book your one-way train from Prague to Kraków on Omio or in the Omio app in just a few simple steps. You can then sit back and enjoy the 243 miles (392 km) journey between Prague and Kraków with ease and comfort on a train with Student Agency.
Czech Railway is the major railway operator in the Czech Republic where you can find Second class and First Class tickets for your next train to Kraków from Prague.
České dráhy tickets from Prague to Kraków are available online on Omio. We help you compare and book your perfect trip with České dráhy between Prague and Kraków all in one place. If you’re specifically looking for the cheapest, fastest or earliest train, you can find all the current České dráhy train schedules and train tickets available on Omio for the 243 miles (392 km) trip. You can also see relevant travel information for the České dráhy train, such as baggage allowance and amenities onboard depending on the class fare. Search for your ideal departure and arrival times for this train, compare the fastest Prague to Kraków routes as well as the cheapest ticket prices available, and buy the best České dráhy Prague to Kraków train ticket that fits your needs. If you purchase tickets in the Omio app, you can quickly see if the České dráhy train ticket is available as a mobile ticket, which makes it easy for you to travel paperless. You’ll then be ready to embark on your smooth and relaxing journey to Kraków with České dráhy!
Passengers wishing to visit Krakow from Prague will find rail travel a great option. Both direct and indirect options depart Praha hlavní nádraí station headed for Kraków Główny each day. Passengers can expect journey times as little as six hours. The distance of approximately 240 miles is served by numerous train companies, giving passengers great flexibility when planning their train from Prague to Krakow.
RegioJet is the primary train operator along the Prague Krakow route covering both changing and non-stop trips. Other train companies include Czech Railways, Leo Express and Polish Railways.
The average travel time by train between Prague and Krakow is nine hours 16 minutes though there are faster trains that can arrive within 5 hours 43 minutes time. The journey time may, however, take up to ten hours 20 minutes time to arrive at Krakow central. The journey time varies depending on wait times at transfer stations.
There’s an average of 16 trains per day between Prague and Krakow, departing approximately after every hour or less. Of these 16, passengers can expect at least four direct options, though it is worth noting that the direct options are not always the fastest. Passengers can choose whether they would prefer the convenience of a direct train, or whether speed is more important.
Departure train station: Trains from Prague to Krakow depart from Praha hlavní nádraí. Praha hlavní nádraí railway station is located near Wenceslas Square, about 15 minutes from Old Town Square. Facilities at this station include a pharmacy, several shops, fast food options, luggage lockers, and a designated taxi stand. The first train leaves the station for Krakow at around 07: 00 a.m. while the last leaves at about 11: 50 p.m. though time and services may fluctuate during holidays and weekends.
Arrival train station: Kraków Główny railway station serves trains arriving from Krakow from Prague. Kraków Główny railway station is located in the south-eastern part of Krakow city and around 8 minutes from the city center. Kraków bus station, with 39 stands and many city links, is found very close by.
The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:
Travel between Prague, Czechia and Kraków, Poland by train is: Unrestricted.
International entry status: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Czech Republic
Conditions of entry:
When traveling in Poland, you must follow these COVID-19 safety rules:
The information above was last checked on 1/24/23. This can change before your date of travel so please review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train from Prague to Kraków before traveling.
The restriction level for your return train to Prague, Czechia from Kraków is: Unrestricted.
International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Poland
Conditions of reentry:
The government of Czechia has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
Last checked on 1/24/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Prague from Kraków closer to your date of departure here here.
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