How to travel from Gdynia to Kraków

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Gdynia to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Gdynia to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $51 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, while a flight costs an average of $297.

Distance: 313 miles (505 km)

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$297

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$72

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$51

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$110

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4h 22m

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2h 22m

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6h 33m

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6h 15m

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The cheapest way to travel from Gdynia to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $51 (€42).

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

A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gdynia to Kraków costing on average $72 (€60).

A bus is $246 (€205) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gdynia to Kraków costing on average $297 (€248).

The fastest way to travel from Gdynia to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 22m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 33m.

Bus takes on average 11h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Gdynia and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Gdynia to Kraków among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 3h 53m sooner (2h 22m by flight vs 6h 15m by car). Tickets start at around $297 (€248) compared to roughly $110 (€91) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Gdynia to Kraków

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

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

  • Deutsche BahnEIP 8300
    8:37 AM5h19
    Gdynia Główna
    1:56 PMKraków Główny
    $771One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnEIP 8300
    8:37 AM5h19
    Gdynia Główna
    1:56 PMKraków Główny
    $771One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnEIP 8300
    8:37 AM5h19
    Gdynia Główna
    1:56 PMKraków Główny
    $771One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnEIC 5350
    6:37 AM5h20
    Gdynia Główna
    11:57 AMKraków Główny
    $771One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEIP 5300
    5:31 AM5h25
    Gdynia Główna
    10:56 AMKraków Główny
    $771One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEIP 5400 · EIP 1304
    7:31 AM5h26
    Gdynia Główna
    12:57 PMKraków Główny
    $771One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Gdynia 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 Gdynia to Kraków.

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There are 3 options to travel between Gdynia and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Gdynia to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $51 (€42).

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

A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gdynia to Kraków costing on average $72 (€60).

A bus is $246 (€205) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gdynia to Kraków costing on average $297 (€248).

The fastest way to travel from Gdynia to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 22m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 33m.

Bus takes on average 11h 0m.

The distance from Gdynia to Kraków is approximately 313 miles (505 km).
The average frequency per day from Gdynia to Kraków is:
  • Around 26 flights per day.
  • Around 14 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gdynia 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 Gdynia to Kraków:
  • Flights mostly depart from Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
  • Trains mostly depart from Gdynia Główna and arrive in Kraków Główny.
  • Buses mostly depart from Gdynia, Dworzec Autobusowy and arrive in Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gdynia to Kraków, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, Buzz to go to Kraków by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s. to go to Kraków by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Kraków by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Gdynia to Kraków with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Lot Polish Airlines, Buzz.
  • 4 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s..
  • 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Gdynia 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.
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