How to travel from Nowy Sącz to Kraków

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Compare train and bus for Nowy Sącz to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nowy Sącz to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, while a train costs an average of €34.

Distance: 45 miles (73 km)

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€9

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€34

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€12

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2h 46m

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2h 16m

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3h 3m

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The cheapest way to travel from Nowy Sącz to Kraków is a bus with an average price of €9.

This is compared to other travel options from Nowy Sącz to Kraków:

A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nowy Sącz to Kraków costing on average €34.

The fastest way to travel from Nowy Sącz to Kraków is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 46m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nowy Sącz and Kraków including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Nowy Sącz to Kraków 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 €9 compared to roughly €12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €3. The journey takes 2h 16m versus 1h 46m 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 Nowy Sącz to Kraków

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

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

  • Szwagropol
    5:25 AM2h15
    Nowy Sącz
    7:40 AMKraków
    €91One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Szwagropol
    5:25 AM2h15
    Nowy Sącz
    7:40 AMKraków
    €91One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:00 PM2h00
    Nowy Sącz, Bus Station
    6:00 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    €111One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnTLK 35104
    12:09 PM2h30
    Nowy Sącz
    2:39 PMKraków Główny
    €351One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnR 30684 · IC 3600
    2:38 PM2h57
    Nowy Sącz
    5:35 PMKraków Główny
    €351One-way
    1 transfer
  • Szwagropol
    12:40 PM2h15
    Nowy Sącz
    2:55 PMKraków
    €91One-way
    0 transfers
  • Szwagropol
    7:15 PM2h15
    Nowy Sącz
    9:30 PMKraków
    €91One-way
    0 transfers
  • Szwagropol
    10:10 AM2h15
    Nowy Sącz
    12:25 PMKraków
    €91One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Nowy Sącz 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 Nowy Sącz to Kraków.

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There are 2 options to travel between Nowy Sącz and Kraków including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Nowy Sącz to Kraków is a bus with an average price of €9.

This is compared to other travel options from Nowy Sącz to Kraków:

A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nowy Sącz to Kraków costing on average €34.

The fastest way to travel from Nowy Sącz to Kraków is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 46m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 3m.

The distance from Nowy Sącz to Kraków is approximately 45 miles (73 km).
The average frequency per day from Nowy Sącz to Kraków is:
  • Around 18 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nowy Sącz and Kraków 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 Nowy Sącz to Kraków:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nowy Sącz and arrive in Kraków Główny.
  • Buses mostly depart from Nowy Sącz, Bus Station and arrive in Kraków, Main Train Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nowy Sącz to Kraków, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Infobus, Szwagropol, FlixBus to go to Kraków by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Kraków by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Nowy Sącz to Kraków with the following travel companies:
  • 17 direct buses per day with Infobus, Szwagropol, FlixBus.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
Omio customers who travel from Nowy Sącz 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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