How to travel from Paris to Kraków

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $124 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $124, while a flight costs an average of $414.

Distance: 792 miles (1275 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Paris to Kraków

Compare the available ways to get from Paris to Kraków, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $124 (€104).

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

A bus is $273 (€229) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Kraków costing on average $396 (€332).

A bus is $291 (€244) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Kraków costing on average $414 (€347).

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 27m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 17h 27m.

Bus takes on average 24h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paris and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Paris to Kraków among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 12h 24m sooner (3h 27m by flight vs 15h 51m by car). Tickets start at around $414 (€347) compared to roughly $366 (€307) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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

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

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FAQs: Travel from Paris 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 Paris to Kraków.

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There are 3 options to travel between Paris and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $124 (€104).

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

A bus is $273 (€229) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Kraków costing on average $396 (€332).

A bus is $291 (€244) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Kraków costing on average $414 (€347).

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 27m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 17h 27m.

Bus takes on average 24h 22m.

The distance from Paris to Kraków is approximately 792 miles (1275 km).
The average frequency per day from Paris to Kraków is:
  • Around 71 flights per day.
  • Around 21 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Paris 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 Paris to Kraków:
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
  • Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare de l'Est and arrive in Kraków Główny.
  • Buses mostly depart from Paris, Porte Maillot and arrive in Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Kraków, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Sindbad to go to Kraków by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, TGV to go to Kraków by train.
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, Lot Polish Airlines, KLM, Lufthansa, Sas Airways, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Buzz, British Airways, Helvetic Airways, Global Supply Systems, easyJet, Luxair, Air Baltic, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Air Dolomiti, Air France, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Edelweiss Air, ITA, Malta Air, Ryanair to go to Kraków by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Paris to Kraków with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Sindbad.
  • 4 direct flights per day with Lot Polish Airlines, Buzz, easyJet, Air France, Malta Air, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Paris 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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