How to travel from Dresden to Kraków

There are 3 options to travel between Dresden and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Dresden to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $45 (€37).

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

A bus is $57 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Kraków costing on average $102 (€84).

A bus is $183 (€150) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Kraków costing on average $228 (€187).

The fastest way to travel from Dresden to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 17m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 13m.

Bus takes on average 7h 48m.

The distance from Dresden to Kraków is approximately 280 miles (451 km).

The average frequency per day from Dresden to Kraków is:

• Around 17 buses per day.
• Around 14 flights per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dresden 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 Dresden to Kraków:

• Flights mostly depart from Dresden Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
• Trains mostly depart from Dresden Hbf and arrive in Kraków Główny.
• Buses mostly depart from Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Kraków, Airport.

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

• Travel with FlixBus to go to Kraków by bus.
• Travel with Koleje Dolnośląskie, Leo Express, RegioJet a.s., Deutsche Bahn, Southeastern to go to Kraków by train.
• Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Eurowings, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Ryanair, Buzz to go to Kraków by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Dresden to Kraków with the following travel companies:

• 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
• 0 direct trains per day with Leo Express.
• 0 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Buzz.

Omio customers who travel from Dresden 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.