How to travel from Hanover to Kraków

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Hanover to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 1.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a flight costs an average of $136.

Distance: 469 miles (755 km)

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Driving

$129

Average price

$75

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Cheapest

$284

Average price

$166

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(fuel + tolls)

9h 50m

Average total duration

9h 20m

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30m

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12h 27m

Average total duration

11h 57m

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30m

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5h 38m

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2h 38m

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3h 0m

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8h 42m

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(door-to-door)

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CO2 emissions

0.8 - 1.9kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

2.3 - 4.5kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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Sindbad

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

The cheapest way to travel from Hanover to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $75 (€61).

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

A bus is $53 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Kraków costing on average $129 (€105).

A bus is $209 (€170) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Kraków costing on average $284 (€231).

The fastest way to travel from Hanover to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 38m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 20m.

Bus takes on average 11h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hanover and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hanover to Kraków among Omio's users.

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from Hanover to Kraków

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2031 · 16511 · IC 8310+trilex5675
    5:37 AM11h47
    Hanover Hbf
    5:24 PMKraków Główny
    $591One-way
    4 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2031 · 16511 · IC 8310+trilex5675
    5:37 AM11h47
    Hanover Hbf
    5:24 PMKraków Główny
    $591One-way
    4 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH2103 · LH1626
    8:05 PM3h25
    Hannover Airport
    11:30 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $6261One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2033 · EC 135
    7:35 AM10h52
    Hanover Hbf
    6:27 PMKraków Główny
    $741One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 843 · 21857 · IC 2175 · EC 135
    8:31 AM9h56
    Hanover Hbf
    6:27 PMKraków Główny
    $1241One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2037 · EC 133
    11:37 AM10h52
    Hanover Hbf
    10:29 PMKraków Główny
    $1471One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:30 AM14h00
    Hanover Central Station
    4:30 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    $1141One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:20 AM14h30
    Hanover Central Station
    1:50 AMKraków, Airport
    $1171One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:45 AM14h30
    Hanover Central Station
    8:15 PMKraków, Airport
    $1201One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1792 · KL1331
    6:15 PM4h15
    Hannover Airport
    10:30 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $3001One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1792 · KL1323
    6:15 PM16h50
    Hannover Airport
    11:05 AMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $3001One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1792 · KL1327
    6:15 PM22h40
    Hannover Airport
    4:55 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $3001One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Hanover 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 Hanover to Kraków.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Hanover and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hanover to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $75 (€61).

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

A bus is $53 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Kraków costing on average $129 (€105).

A bus is $209 (€170) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Kraków costing on average $284 (€231).

The fastest way to travel from Hanover to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 38m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 20m.

Bus takes on average 11h 57m.

The distance from Hanover to Kraków is approximately 469 miles (755 km).
The average frequency per day from Hanover to Kraków is:
  • Around 45 flights per day.
  • Around 17 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hanover 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 Hanover to Kraków:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hannover Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
  • Trains mostly depart from Hanover Hbf and arrive in Kraków Główny.
  • Buses mostly depart from Hanover Central Station and arrive in Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hanover to Kraków, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Kraków by train.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM Cityhopper to go to Kraków by flight.
  • Travel with Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar to go to Kraków by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Hanover to Kraków:
  • 3 direct buses per day with Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Hanover 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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