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Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.7 - 4.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $44, and a train costs an average of $513.

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $91. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.7 - 4.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $91, and a flight costs an average of $29.

Distance: 1042 miles (1677 km)

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$115

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$163

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$444

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$374

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$174

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

The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Kraków is a flight with an average price of $115.

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

A flight is $47 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Kraków costing on average $163.

A flight is $399 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Kraków costing on average $514.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Bus takes on average 31h 46m.

Train takes on average 41h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Barcelona and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Kraków among Omio's users.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $174.

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

A bus is $200 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Kraków costing on average $374.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 57m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Bus takes on average 34h 3m.

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

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from Barcelona to Kraków

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

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

  • Wizz AirW62048
    9:35 AM2h55
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    12:30 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $1261One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Wizz AirW62048
    9:35 AM2h55
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    12:30 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $1261One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO2164
    11:00 AM2h40
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    1:40 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $1621One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:55 PM35h10
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    6:05 AMKraków, Airport
    $1841One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 AM42h15
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    5:05 AMKraków, Airport
    $1951One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:30 AM35h15
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    6:45 PMKraków, Airport
    $2001One-way
    1 transfer
  • Wizz AirW62096
    8:05 PM2h55
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    11:00 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $1261One-way
    0 transfers
  • RyanairFR 3035
    6:35 PM2h50
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    9:25 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $1811One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLMKL1518 · KL1331
    5:20 PM5h10
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    10:30 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $2681One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Barcelona 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 Barcelona to Kraków.

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There are 3 options to travel between Barcelona and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Kraków is a flight with an average price of $115.

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

A flight is $47 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Kraków costing on average $163.

A flight is $399 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Kraków costing on average $514.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Bus takes on average 31h 46m.

Train takes on average 41h 23m.

The distance from Barcelona to Kraków is approximately 1042 miles (1677 km).
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Kraków is:
  • Around 43 flights per day.
  • Around 15 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona 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 Barcelona to Kraków:
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
  • Buses mostly depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Kraków, Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Kraków, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Wizz Air, Ryanair, Buzz, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM, Austrian Airlines, Swiss, Air Baltic, Transavia France, Air Dolomiti, Edelweiss Air to go to Kraków by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Kraków by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, Euroticket, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Kraków by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Barcelona to Kraków with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Wizz Air, Ryanair, Buzz.
  • 1 direct buses per day with Infobus, Euroticket.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona 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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