How to travel from Olomouc to Kraków

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 train with an average price of $17.

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

A train is $3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Olomouc to Kraków costing on average $20.

A train is $146 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Olomouc to Kraków costing on average $163.

The fastest way to travel from Olomouc to Kraków is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 52m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 22m.

Flight takes on average 14h 7m.

The distance from Olomouc to Kraków is approximately 123 miles (199 km).

The average frequency per day from Olomouc to Kraków is:

• Around 22 buses per day.
• Around 17 trains per day.
• Around 4 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 FlixBus, Infobus, Euroticket, Autolux to go to Kraków by bus.
• Travel with Leo Express, České dráhy, Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Euro City (EC) to go to Kraków by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Olomouc to Kraków with the following travel companies:

• 18 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus, Euroticket, Autolux.
• 5 direct trains per day with Leo Express, České dráhy, Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Euro City (EC).

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.