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Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. 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 $63, and a flight costs an average of $130.

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 0m. 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 $28, and a flight costs an average of $26.

Distance: 669 miles (1077 km)

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$179

Average price

$291

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$100

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Cheapest

16h 47m

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16h 17m

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5h 36m

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2h 36m

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18h 54m

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18h 24m

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0.3 - 1.0kg

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3.2 - 6.5kg

CO2 emissions

1.1 - 2.7kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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Lot Polish Airlines

Most popular airline

FlixBus

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$154

Average price

$417

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$113

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14h 44m

Average total duration

14h 14m

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30m

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6h 0m

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3h 0m

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3h 0m

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20h 39m

Average total duration

20h 9m

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30m

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0.3 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

3.2 - 6.5kg

CO2 emissions

1.1 - 2.7kg

CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

Lot Polish Airlines

Most popular airline

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $100 (€80).

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Kraków:

A bus is $79 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Kraków costing on average $179 (€144).

A bus is $191 (€154) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Kraków costing on average $291 (€234).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 36m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 16h 17m.

Bus takes on average 18h 24m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Amsterdam to Kraków among Omio's users.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $113 (€91).

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Kraków:

A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Kraków costing on average $154 (€124).

A bus is $305 (€245) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Kraków costing on average $417 (€336).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 14m.

Bus takes on average 20h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Amsterdam to Kraków among Omio's users.

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from Amsterdam to Kraków

How to get from Amsterdam to Kraków by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Amsterdam to Kraków is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:45 PM20h45
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    5:30 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    $811One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:45 PM20h45
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    5:30 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    $811One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • KLMKL1323
    9:15 AM1h50
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    11:05 AMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $7871One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 141 · 3348 · EC 57
    6:00 AM14h08
    Amsterdam Centraal
    8:08 PMKraków Główny
    $1631One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 121 · ICE 545 · 3310 · EC 49
    6:38 AM15h18
    Amsterdam Centraal
    9:56 PMKraków Główny
    $1631One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 123 · 31258 · ICE 549 · 3314
    10:31 AM17h04
    Amsterdam Centraal
    3:35 AMKraków Główny
    $1631One-way
    5 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:00 AM19h30
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    4:30 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    $941One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:30 AM20h00
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    4:30 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    $941One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    7:05 PM25h10
    Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena
    8:15 PMKraków, Airport
    $1141One-way
    2 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO270 · LO527+BuzzFR 4069
    7:00 AM9h55
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    4:55 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $3561One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2311 · LH1622
    8:15 AM4h25
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    12:40 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $3591One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2303+Air DolomitiLH7424
    11:10 AM4h55
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    4:05 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $3591One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Amsterdam to Kraków

Travel to Kraków easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Amsterdam to Kraków.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Amsterdam and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $100 (€80).

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Kraków:

A bus is $79 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Kraków costing on average $179 (€144).

A bus is $191 (€154) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Kraków costing on average $291 (€234).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 36m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 16h 17m.

Bus takes on average 18h 24m.

The distance from Amsterdam to Kraków is approximately 669 miles (1077 km).
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Kraków is:
  • Around 44 flights per day.
  • Around 27 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam and Kraków as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Amsterdam to Kraków:
  • Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
  • Trains mostly depart from Amsterdam Centraal and arrive in Kraków Główny.
  • Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Kraków, Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Amsterdam to Kraków, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s., European Sleeper, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Kraków by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus to go to Kraków by bus.
  • Travel with Lot Polish Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, easyJet, Lufthansa, KLM, Austrian Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Air France to go to Kraków by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Amsterdam to Kraków with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus.
  • 5 direct flights per day with KLM Cityhopper, easyJet, KLM.
Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Kraków often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Warsaw, Zakopane, Vienna, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kraków and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Kraków to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Kraków, visitors can explore the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, a poignant reminder of the Holocaust, and the Wieliczka Salt Mine, a fascinating underground maze with intricate salt sculptures. The city's vibrant street art scene is particularly lively in the Kazimierz district, which is also known for its rich Jewish history and nightlife. Stroll along the Vistula River for scenic views, or visit the historic Kraków Cloth Hall in the Main Market Square for local crafts. Key sights include the Wawel Castle, St. Mary's Basilica, and the Schindler's Factory museum, each offering a glimpse into Kraków's rich heritage and history.
Three to four days are generally sufficient to explore Kraków's main attractions, including the historic Old Town, Wawel Castle, and a trip to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum.
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