How to travel from Gdańsk to Kraków

Sun, Nov 01
+ Add return
Travel by train, bus, flight with
Deutsche Bahn
FlixBus
Buzz
RegioJet a.s.
Lot Polish Airlines
1,000+ more
Deutsche Bahn
FlixBus
Buzz
RegioJet a.s.
Lot Polish Airlines
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Gdańsk to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gdańsk to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč 837 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč 837, while a flight costs an average of Kč 4,857.

Distance: 301 miles (485 km)

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Bus
Flight
Driving

Kč 1,392

Average price

Kč 837

Average price

Cheapest

Kč 4,857

Average price

Kč 2,282

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 4m

Average total duration

5h 34m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

10h 10m

Average total duration

9h 40m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

4h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 11m

Onboard

+

2h 0m

Additional time*

6h 1m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

-

CO2 emissions

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.5 - 2.9kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Lot Polish Airlines

Most popular airline

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

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

Compare ways to travel from Gdańsk to Kraków

Compare the available ways to get from Gdańsk to Kraków, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Gdańsk to Kraków is a bus with an average price of Kč 837.

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

A bus is Kč 556 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gdańsk to Kraków costing on average Kč 1,392.

A bus is Kč 4,020 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gdańsk to Kraków costing on average Kč 4,857.

The fastest way to travel from Gdańsk to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 11m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 4m.

Bus takes on average 10h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Gdańsk and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Gdańsk to Kraków among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 27m faster (5h 34m by train vs 6h 1m by car) and roughly Kč 890 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (Kč 1,392 vs Kč 2,282). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Travel options
from Gdańsk to Kraków

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • BuzzFR 236
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnEIP 5310
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEIC 5350
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEIP 5308
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3816 · LO3921
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3832 · LO3907
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3838 · LO3923
    1 transfer

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, buses and flights

Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Train
Bus
Flight

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Travel from Gdańsk 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 Gdańsk to Kraków.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Gdańsk and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Gdańsk to Kraków is a bus with an average price of Kč 837.

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

A bus is Kč 556 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gdańsk to Kraków costing on average Kč 1,392.

A bus is Kč 4,020 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gdańsk to Kraków costing on average Kč 4,857.

The fastest way to travel from Gdańsk to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 11m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 4m.

Bus takes on average 10h 10m.

The distance from Gdańsk to Kraków is approximately 301 miles (485 km).
The average frequency per day from Gdańsk to Kraków is:
  • Around 24 flights per day.
  • Around 17 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gdańsk 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 Gdańsk to Kraków:
  • Flights mostly depart from Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
  • Trains mostly depart from Gdańsk Główny and arrive in Kraków Główny.
  • Buses mostly depart from Gdańsk, Dworzec Główny and arrive in Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gdańsk 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 Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Helvetic Airways, Buzz, Air Baltic, Brussels Airlines, Swiss, Eurowings to go to Kraków by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s. to go to Kraków by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Gdańsk to Kraków with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Buzz.
  • 5 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s..
Omio customers who travel from Gdańsk to Kraków often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Warsaw, Vienna, Zakopane, Budapest. 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.
HomeTravel EuropeTravel to PolandTravel to KrakówHow to travel from Gdańsk to Kraków

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone