How to travel from Kraków to Łódź

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Compare train and bus for Kraków to Łódź

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Łódź among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, while a train costs an average of $57.

Distance: 118 miles (191 km)

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$46

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4h 53m

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4h 23m

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Compare ways to travel from Kraków to Łódź

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

The cheapest way to travel from Kraków to Łódź is a bus with an average price of $24 (€20).

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

A bus is $33 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kraków to Łódź costing on average $57 (€47).

The fastest way to travel from Kraków to Łódź is by train with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Łódź take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Kraków and Łódź including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Kraków to Łódź among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $24 (€20) compared to roughly $46 (€39) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23 (€19). The journey takes 4h 23m versus 2h 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Kraków to Łódź

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:35 AM4h05
    Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    11:40 AMŁódź, Fabryczna
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:35 AM4h05
    Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    11:40 AMŁódź, Fabryczna
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:35 AM4h05
    Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    11:40 AMŁódź, Fabryczna
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:30 PM4h10
    Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    3:40 AMŁódź, Fabryczna
    $201One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:30 AM4h15
    Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    2:45 PMŁódź, Fabryczna
    $201One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:35 PM5h30
    Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    8:05 PMŁódź, Fabryczna
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Kraków to Łódź

Travel to Łódź 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 Kraków to Łódź.

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There are 2 options to travel between Kraków and Łódź including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Kraków to Łódź is a bus with an average price of $24 (€20).

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

A bus is $33 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kraków to Łódź costing on average $57 (€47).

The fastest way to travel from Kraków to Łódź is by train with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Łódź take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 53m.

The distance from Kraków to Łódź is approximately 118 miles (191 km).
The average frequency per day from Kraków to Łódź is:
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kraków and Łódź as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Kraków to Łódź:
  • Trains mostly depart from Kraków Główny and arrive in Łódź Widzew.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA and arrive in Łódź, Fabryczna.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kraków to Łódź, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Łódź by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Łódź by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Kraków to Łódź with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
Omio customers who travel from Kraków to Łódź often also extend their vacation to go to Warsaw, Berlin, Prague, London, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Łódź and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Łódź to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Łódź, explore the vibrant street art scene with its murals and installations, visit the Central Museum of Textiles to appreciate the city's textile history, and enjoy performances at the Grand Theatre. Relax at the Palm House, a lush botanical garden, and uncover Jewish heritage at the Jewish Cemetery and Radegast Station memorial. Stroll along Piotrkowska Street, shop at Manufaktura, and discover film history at the Łódź Film School. Visit EC1 Łódź for science exhibits and admire the 19th-century architecture in Księży Młyn.
To explore the main attractions in Łódź, including Piotrkowska Street, Manufaktura, and the various museums, a stay of 2 to 3 days is generally sufficient.

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