How to travel from Olomouc to Kraków

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Olomouc to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Olomouc to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, while a flight costs an average of €128.

Distance: 123 miles (199 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Olomouc to Kraków is a train with an average price of €12.

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

A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Olomouc to Kraków costing on average €14.

A train is €94 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Olomouc to Kraków costing on average €106.

The fastest way to travel from Olomouc to Kraków is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 22m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 56m.

Flight takes on average 9h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Olomouc and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Olomouc 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 €12 compared to roughly €58 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €46. The journey takes 4h 26m versus 2h 50m 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 Olomouc to Kraków

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

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

  • Ecolines
    3:00 PM3h55
    Olomouc, Bus Station
    6:55 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    91One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Ecolines
    3:00 PM3h55
    Olomouc, Bus Station
    6:55 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    91One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO502 · LO3923
    2:45 PM3h00
    Leos Janacek Ostrava Airport
    5:45 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    1741One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • RegioJet a.s.RJ 1007 (Prague -> Havířov) · R 1117 (Brno -> Bohumín)+Leo ExpressLE415-PL
    2:02 PM10h07
    Olomouc hlavní nádraží
    12:09 AMKraków Główny
    181One-way
    2 transfers
  • Leo ExpressLE235
    4:08 AM4h29
    Olomouc hlavní nádraží
    8:37 AMKraków
    191One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegioJet a.s.RJ 1015 (Prague -> Návsí (Jablunkov)) · R 1127 (Brno -> Bohumín)+Leo ExpressLE415-PL
    7:05 PM5h04
    Olomouc hlavní nádraží
    12:09 AMKraków Główny
    191One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegioJet a.s.(Ostrava -> Cracow) · RJ 1007 (Prague -> Havířov)
    2:02 PM4h38
    Olomouc hlavní nádraží
    6:40 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    151One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegioJet a.s.RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) · (Ostrava -> Cracow)
    11:48 PM4h52
    Olomouc hlavní nádraží
    4:40 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    151One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:05 AM3h30
    Olomouc, Bus Station
    10:35 AMKraków, Airport
    171One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO502 · LO3921
    2:45 PM6h00
    Leos Janacek Ostrava Airport
    8:45 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    1601One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO502 · LO3911
    2:45 PM9h05
    Leos Janacek Ostrava Airport
    11:50 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    1601One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO502 · LO3907
    2:45 PM20h35
    Leos Janacek Ostrava Airport
    11:20 AMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    1601One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Olomouc 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 Olomouc to Kraków.

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There are 3 options to travel between Olomouc and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Olomouc to Kraków is a bus with an average price of €22.

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

A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Olomouc to Kraków costing on average €35.

A bus is €105 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Olomouc to Kraków costing on average €128.

The fastest way to travel from Olomouc to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 50m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 22m.

Train takes on average 4h 26m.

The distance from Olomouc to Kraków is approximately 123 miles (199 km).
The average frequency per day from Olomouc to Kraków is:
  • Around 18 trains per day.
  • Around 15 buses per day.
  • Around 5 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Olomouc 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 Olomouc to Kraków:
  • Flights mostly depart from Leos Janacek Ostrava Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
  • Trains mostly depart from Olomouc hlavní nádraží and arrive in Kraków Główny.
  • Buses mostly depart from Olomouc, Bus Station and arrive in Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Olomouc to Kraków, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lot Polish Airlines to go to Kraków by flight.
  • Travel with Leo Express, Deutsche Bahn, České dráhy, RegioJet a.s. to go to Kraków by train.
  • Travel with KLR, Ecolines, Infobus, Autolux, Euroticket, FlixBus to go to Kraków by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Olomouc to Kraków with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct trains per day with Leo Express, Deutsche Bahn, České dráhy, RegioJet a.s..
  • 15 direct buses per day with KLR, Ecolines, Infobus, Autolux, Euroticket, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Olomouc 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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