How to travel from Hanover to Kraków

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Compare bus, train, 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 an average ticket price of €72 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 €72, while a flight costs an average of €448.

Distance: 469 miles (755 km)

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€88

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€448

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€136

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10h 22m

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9h 52m

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13h 11m

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8h 42m

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0.8 - 1.9kg

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2.3 - 4.5kg

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Compare ways to travel from Hanover to Kraków

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

The cheapest way to travel from Hanover to Kraków is a bus with an average price of €72.

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

A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Kraków costing on average €88.

A bus is €376 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Kraków costing on average €448.

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 22m.

Bus takes on average 13h 11m.

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 train as it is the most popular way to get from Hanover to Kraków among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €88 compared to roughly €136 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €48. The journey takes 9h 52m versus 8h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Hanover to Kraków

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

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

  • KLR903а
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • KLR903а
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Sas AirwaysSK648 · SK1735
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 655 · EC 41 · TLK 83106
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 649 · EC 59
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2031 · ICE 1553 · IC 8310+trilex5675
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • Infobus0
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsEW7060 · EW9732
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 579+Lot Polish AirlinesLO380 · LO3907+Hessische Landesbahn24352
    3 transfers
  • KLMKL1750 · KL1323
    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 €72.

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

A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Kraków costing on average €88.

A bus is €376 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Kraków costing on average €448.

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 22m.

Bus takes on average 13h 11m.

The distance from Hanover to Kraków is approximately 469 miles (755 km).
The average frequency per day from Hanover to Kraków is:
  • Around 84 flights per day.
  • Around 15 buses per day.
  • Around 4 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 Deutsche Bahn, Leo Express to go to Kraków by train.
  • Travel with KLM, Lufthansa, Lot Polish Airlines, Sas Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Air Dolomiti, Eurowings, Austrian Airlines, Air France, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, Air Baltic, Brussels Airlines, Swiss, Global Supply Systems, Lufthansa City Airlines, Avion Express Malta to go to Kraków by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus to go to Kraków by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Hanover to Kraków:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus.
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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