How to travel from Leipzig to Kraków

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Leipzig to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $173.

Distance: 342 miles (551 km)

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Driving

$89

Average price

$61

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Cheapest

$591

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$125

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(fuel + tolls)

9h 35m

Average total duration

9h 5m

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30m

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9h 4m

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8h 34m

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5h 25m

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2h 25m

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6h 41m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.6 - 1.4kg

CO2 emissions

1.7 - 3.3kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $61.

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

A bus is $28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Kraków costing on average $89.

A bus is $530 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Kraków costing on average $591.

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 25m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 34m.

Train takes on average 9h 5m.

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

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from Leipzig to Kraków

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:45 AM11h00
    Leipzig, Hbf
    6:45 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    $471One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:45 AM11h00
    Leipzig, Hbf
    6:45 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    $471One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS284 · OS679
    10:20 AM3h45
    Leipzig/Halle Airport
    2:05 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $2191One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnEC 459 · EC 115
    5:49 AM10h51
    Leipzig Hbf
    4:40 PMKraków Główny
    $551One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnS4 · 18356 · EC 59
    5:46 AM10h20
    Leipzig Hbf
    4:06 PMKraków Główny
    $571One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn18386 · EC 49 · IC 141
    11:12 AM10h44
    Leipzig Hbf
    9:56 PMKraków Główny
    $571One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:00 PM11h15
    Leipzig, Hbf
    12:15 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    $471One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:45 PM11h35
    Leipzig, Hbf
    2:20 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    $471One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:10 PM12h50
    Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe)
    6:00 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    $471One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 2596 · 21857+Lot Polish AirlinesLO390 · LO3911
    9:16 AM14h34
    Leipzig Hbf
    11:50 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $2151One-way
    3 transfers
  • LufthansaLH159 · LH1362
    6:10 AM4h10
    Leipzig/Halle Airport
    10:20 AMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $2181One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH157 · LH1370
    7:10 PM4h40
    Leipzig/Halle Airport
    11:50 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $2181One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Kraków.

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

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

A bus is $28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Kraków costing on average $89.

A bus is $530 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Kraków costing on average $591.

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 25m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 34m.

Train takes on average 9h 5m.

The distance from Leipzig to Kraków is approximately 342 miles (551 km).
The average frequency per day from Leipzig to Kraków is:
  • Around 19 buses per day.
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Kraków:
  • Flights mostly depart from Leipzig/Halle Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
  • Trains mostly depart from Leipzig Hbf and arrive in Kraków Główny.
  • Buses mostly depart from Leipzig, Hbf and arrive in Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leipzig to Kraków, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Leo Express, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Kraków by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Kraków by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines to go to Kraków by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Leipzig to Kraków with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, Leo Express.
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Leipzig 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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