How to travel from Osnabrück to Kraków

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Osnabrück to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Osnabrück to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $86 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $86, while a flight costs an average of $240.

Distance: 536 miles (864 km)

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$123

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$86

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$240

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$181

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10h 44m

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10h 14m

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16h 21m

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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0.9 - 2.2kg

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2.6 - 5.2kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Osnabrück to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $86 (€69).

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

A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Osnabrück to Kraków costing on average $123 (€100).

A bus is $155 (€125) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Osnabrück to Kraków costing on average $240 (€195).

The fastest way to travel from Osnabrück to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 44m.

Bus takes on average 16h 21m.

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

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from Osnabrück to Kraków

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:00 PM16h20
    Osnabrück, Hauptbahnhof
    1:20 PMKraków, Airport
    $791One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:00 PM16h20
    Osnabrück, Hauptbahnhof
    1:20 PMKraków, Airport
    $791One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW9732
    7:20 AM1h40
    Dusseldorf Airport
    9:00 AMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $1021One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn14054 · IC 2037 · ICE 545 · 3310
    8:27 AM13h11
    Osnabrück Hbf
    9:38 PMKraków Główny
    $1371One-way
    5 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 204 · ICE 2593 · S5 · EC 247
    11:24 AM11h54
    Osnabrück Hbf
    11:18 PMKraków Główny
    $1861One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 616 · ICE 601 · S5 · EC 231
    10:23 AM12h03
    Osnabrück Hbf
    10:26 PMKraków Główny
    $2341One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 AM15h00
    Osnabrück, Hauptbahnhof
    1:50 AMKraków, Airport
    $811One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:30 AM18h45
    Osnabrück, Hauptbahnhof
    8:15 PMKraków, Airport
    $811One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:15 PM18h05
    Osnabrück Hbf
    1:20 PMKraków, Airport
    $941One-way
    2 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO404 · LO3905
    10:25 AM3h50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    2:15 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $2621One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO408 · LO3911
    7:45 PM4h05
    Dusseldorf Airport
    11:50 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $2621One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO404 · LO3919
    10:25 AM5h20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    3:45 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $2621One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Osnabrück 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 Osnabrück to Kraków.

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There are 3 options to travel between Osnabrück and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Osnabrück to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $86 (€69).

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

A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Osnabrück to Kraków costing on average $123 (€100).

A bus is $155 (€125) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Osnabrück to Kraków costing on average $240 (€195).

The fastest way to travel from Osnabrück to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 44m.

Bus takes on average 16h 21m.

The distance from Osnabrück to Kraków is approximately 536 miles (864 km).
The average frequency per day from Osnabrück to Kraków is:
  • Around 46 flights per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Osnabrück 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 Osnabrück to Kraków:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
  • Trains mostly depart from Osnabrück Hbf and arrive in Kraków Główny.
  • Buses mostly depart from Osnabrück, Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Osnabrück to Kraków, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, Sindbad to go to Kraków by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Kraków by train.
  • Travel with Eurowings to go to Kraków by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Osnabrück to Kraków:
  • 1 direct buses per day with Infobus.
Omio customers who travel from Osnabrück 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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