How to travel from Poznan to Kraków

There are 3 options to travel between Poznan and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Poznan to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $30.

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

A bus is $37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Poznan to Kraków costing on average $66.

A bus is $255 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Poznan to Kraków costing on average $284.

The fastest way to travel from Poznan to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 42m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 15m.

Bus takes on average 7h 39m.

The distance from Poznan to Kraków is approximately 208 miles (335 km).

The average frequency per day from Poznan to Kraków is:

• Around 33 flights per day.
• Around 8 buses per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Poznan 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 Poznan to Kraków:

• Flights mostly depart from Poznan Lawica Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
• Trains mostly depart from Poznań Główny and arrive in Kraków Główny.
• Buses mostly depart from Poznań, Bus Station and arrive in Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Poznan to Kraków, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus to go to Kraków by bus.
• Travel with Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, braathens regional aviation, Air Baltic, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Brussels Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines to go to Kraków by flight.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Kraków by train.

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

• 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
• 3 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.

Omio customers who travel from Poznan 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.