How to travel from Hanover to Kraków

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Hanover to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $98 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.8 - 1.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $98, while a flight costs an average of $551.

Distance: 469 miles (755 km)

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Driving

$551

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$120

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$98

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$165

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5h 3m

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3h 3m

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10h 20m

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9h 50m

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30m

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13h 16m

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12h 46m

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8h 42m

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2.3 - 4.5kg

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0.8 - 1.9kg

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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 $98 (€80).

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

A bus is $22 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Kraków costing on average $120 (€99).

A bus is $453 (€373) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Kraków costing on average $551 (€454).

The fastest way to travel from Hanover to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 3m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 20m.

Bus takes on average 13h 16m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hanover and Kraków including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Hanover 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 5h 39m sooner (3h 3m by flight vs 8h 42m by car). Tickets start at around $551 (€454) compared to roughly $165 (€136) 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 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 BahnICE 1272 · EC 43 · IC 8312
    4:17 AM11h02
    Hanover Hbf
    3:19 PMKraków Główny
    $491One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1272 · EC 43 · IC 8312
    4:17 AM11h02
    Hanover Hbf
    3:19 PMKraków Główny
    $491One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Sas AirwaysSK648 · SK1735
    6:15 AM3h10
    Hamburg Airport
    9:25 AMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $7521One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 851 · 3344 · EC 59
    6:09 AM9h58
    Hanover Hbf
    4:07 PMKraków Główny
    $581One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2033 · EC 135
    7:35 AM10h40
    Hanover Hbf
    6:15 PMKraków Główny
    $611One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 541 · 3306 · EC 45 · IC 8310
    7:31 AM9h57
    Hanover Hbf
    5:28 PMKraków Główny
    $721One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:45 AM14h30
    Hanover Central Station
    8:15 PMKraków, Airport
    $611One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:20 AM14h30
    Hanover Central Station
    1:50 AMKraków, Airport
    $611One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:15 PM13h15
    Hanover Central Station
    4:30 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    $621One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsEW9031 · EW9732
    8:25 AM3h55
    Hamburg Airport
    12:20 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $2371One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsEW7060 · EW9732
    6:50 AM5h30
    Hamburg Airport
    12:20 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $2371One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1792 · KL1331
    6:15 PM4h15
    Hannover Airport
    10:30 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $2961One-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.

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There are 3 options to travel between Hanover and Kraków including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hanover to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $98 (€80).

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

A bus is $22 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Kraków costing on average $120 (€99).

A bus is $453 (€373) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Kraków costing on average $551 (€454).

The fastest way to travel from Hanover to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 3m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 20m.

Bus takes on average 13h 16m.

The distance from Hanover to Kraków is approximately 469 miles (755 km).
The average frequency per day from Hanover to Kraków is:
  • Around 73 flights per day.
  • Around 15 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hanover and Kraków as scheduled services by bus, train, 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 Hamburg 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 Sas Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Global Supply Systems, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Avion Express Malta, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways to go to Kraków by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, Sindbad to go to Kraków by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Kraków by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Hanover to Kraków:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus, Sindbad.
Omio customers who travel from Hanover 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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