How to travel from Brno to Kraków

There are 2 options to travel between Brno and Kraków including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Brno to Kraków is a bus with an average price of €20.

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

A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brno to Kraków costing on average €28.

The fastest way to travel from Brno to Kraków is by train with an average journey time of 4h 52m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 55m.

The distance from Brno to Kraków is approximately 160 miles (258 km).

The average frequency per day from Brno to Kraków is:

• Around 32 buses per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Brno to Kraków:

• Trains mostly depart from Brno hlavní nádraží and arrive in Kraków Główny.
• Buses mostly depart from Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) and arrive in Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brno to Kraków, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with České dráhy, RegioJet a.s., Deutsche Bahn, Leo Express to go to Kraków by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, Euroticket, Infobus, DMD Group, Autolux, KLR, BlaBlaCar, D.M.D. Group, TransTempo to go to Kraków by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Brno to Kraków:

• 28 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Euroticket, Infobus, DMD Group, Autolux, KLR, BlaBlaCar, D.M.D. Group, TransTempo.

Omio customers who travel from Brno 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.