How to travel from Copenhagen to Kraków

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Copenhagen to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of $78 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $78, while a train costs an average of $139.

Distance: 494 miles (796 km)

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$78

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$139

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$93

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3h 53m

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1h 53m

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15h 51m

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15h 21m

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18h 55m

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18h 25m

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2.4 - 4.8kg

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0.2 - 0.7kg

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from Copenhagen to Kraków

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

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

  • Deutsche BahnECE 399 · ICE 809 · S5 · 5189
    4:22 PM20h57
    Copenhagen Central Station
    1:19 PMKraków Główny
    $851One-way
    6 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnECE 399 · ICE 809 · S5 · 5189
    4:22 PM20h57
    Copenhagen Central Station
    1:19 PMKraków Główny
    $851One-way
    6 transfers

Fastest

  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD83562
    1:05 PM1h30
    Copenhagen Airport
    2:35 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $1571One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnECE 397 · ICE 873 · S15 · EC 431
    2:22 PM16h13
    Copenhagen Central Station
    6:35 AMKraków Główny
    $991One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 50103 · IC 5751 · 11159 · ICE 507
    12:45 AM18h42
    Copenhagen Central Station
    7:27 PMKraków Główny
    $1621One-way
    6 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnECE 393 · RJ 177 · 3514 · EC 55
    8:22 AM15h21
    Copenhagen Central Station
    11:43 PMKraków Główny
    $1871One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:20 AM21h50
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    6:10 AMKraków, Airport
    $871One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:05 PM20h40
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    9:45 AMKraków, Airport
    $891One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:55 PM16h55
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    1:50 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    $901One-way
    0 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 2762
    8:35 PM1h35
    Copenhagen Airport
    10:10 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $1191One-way
    0 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 2725
    6:50 AM1h35
    Copenhagen Airport
    8:25 AMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $1971One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO460 · LO3907
    7:20 AM4h10
    Copenhagen Airport
    11:30 AMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $2521One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen to Kraków.

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There are 3 options to travel between Copenhagen and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Kraków is a flight with an average price of $78 (€63).

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

A flight is $15 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Copenhagen to Kraków costing on average $93 (€75).

A flight is $62 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Kraków costing on average $139 (€113).

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 53m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 15h 51m.

Bus takes on average 18h 55m.

The distance from Copenhagen to Kraków is approximately 494 miles (796 km).
The average frequency per day from Copenhagen to Kraków is:
  • Around 58 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen to Kraków:
  • Flights mostly depart from Copenhagen Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
  • Trains mostly depart from Copenhagen Central Station and arrive in Kraków Główny.
  • Buses mostly depart from København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro and arrive in Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Copenhagen to Kraków, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) to go to Kraków by train.
  • Travel with Malta Air, Buzz, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Sas Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Swiss, Wizz Air, Ryanair to go to Kraków by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus to go to Kraków by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Copenhagen to Kraków with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Buzz, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Sas Airways, Ryanair.
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus.
Omio customers who travel from Copenhagen 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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