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Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $298.

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $18.

Distance: 590 miles (951 km)

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$72

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$364

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$443

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The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Kraków is a flight with an average price of $72.

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

A flight is $38 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to Kraków costing on average $110.

A flight is $226 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Kraków costing on average $298.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 31m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Bus takes on average 21h 17m.

Train takes on average 22h 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Milan and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Milan to Kraków among Omio's users.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Kraków is a train with an average price of $21.

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

A train is $114 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to Kraków costing on average $135.

A train is $422 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Kraków costing on average $443.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 17h 12m.

Bus takes on average 21h 12m.

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

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from Milan to Kraków

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

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

  • Wizz AirW62068
    9:10 PM1h55
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    11:05 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Wizz AirW62068
    9:10 PM1h55
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    11:05 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 3504
    8:25 PM1h45
    Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport
    10:10 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $511One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:45 AM23h50
    Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)
    11:35 AMKraków, Airport
    $921One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:35 PM18h55
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    1:30 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    $1011One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    12:00 PM24h10
    Milano, Milan Linate Airport
    12:10 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    $1011One-way
    2 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 888
    6:10 AM1h45
    Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport
    7:55 AMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $571One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air FranceAF1131 · AF1878
    6:45 AM5h25
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    12:10 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $2321One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO318 · LO3905
    10:30 AM3h45
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    2:15 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $2461One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Milan 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 Milan to Kraków.

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There are 3 options to travel between Milan and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Kraków is a flight with an average price of $72.

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

A flight is $38 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to Kraków costing on average $110.

A flight is $226 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Kraków costing on average $298.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 31m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Bus takes on average 21h 17m.

Train takes on average 22h 56m.

The distance from Milan to Kraków is approximately 590 miles (951 km).
The average frequency per day from Milan to Kraków is:
  • Around 68 flights per day.
  • Around 18 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Milan 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 Milan to Kraków:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Malpensa Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
  • Buses mostly depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and arrive in Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Milan to Kraków, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus, Euroticket to go to Kraków by bus.
  • Travel with Frecciarossa to go to Kraków by train.
  • Travel with Wizz Air, Buzz, Malta Air, Ryanair, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Eurowings, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM to go to Kraków by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Milan to Kraków with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus, Euroticket.
  • 4 direct flights per day with Wizz Air, Buzz, Malta Air, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Milan 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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