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Compare bus, train, and flight for Rotterdam to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $63, and a train costs an average of $90.

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $67, and a flight costs an average of $34.

Distance: 682 miles (1099 km)

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$101

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$93

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$140

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$304

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4h 58m

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1h 58m

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21h 21m

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20h 51m

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14h 58m

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14h 28m

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11h 59m

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1.1 - 2.7kg

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0.3 - 1.0kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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$459

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$133

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$200

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$304

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5h 50m

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2h 50m

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21h 11m

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20h 41m

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15h 35m

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15h 5m

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11h 59m

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1.1 - 2.7kg

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0.3 - 1.0kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Rotterdam to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $93 (€75).

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

A bus is $8 (€6) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rotterdam to Kraków costing on average $101 (€81).

A bus is $47 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Kraków costing on average $140 (€113).

The fastest way to travel from Rotterdam to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 58m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 28m.

Bus takes on average 20h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rotterdam and Kraków including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Rotterdam to Kraków among Omio's users.
The cheapest way to travel from Rotterdam to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $133 (€107).

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

A bus is $67 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Kraków costing on average $200 (€161).

A bus is $326 (€262) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rotterdam to Kraków costing on average $459 (€369).

The fastest way to travel from Rotterdam to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 50m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 15h 5m.

Bus takes on average 20h 41m.

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

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from Rotterdam to Kraków

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BuzzFR 4934
    9:40 AM2h00
    Brussels South Charleroi Airport
    11:40 AMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $531One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BuzzFR 4934
    9:40 AM2h00
    Brussels South Charleroi Airport
    11:40 AMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $531One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • BuzzFR 43
    4:40 PM1h50
    Eindhoven Airport
    6:30 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $1491One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2035 · ICE 123 · 31258 · ICE 549
    10:05 AM17h30
    Rotterdam Centraal
    3:35 AMKraków Główny
    $1381One-way
    6 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICD 1849 · ICE 149 · 3356 · EC 431
    1:11 PM17h22
    Rotterdam Centraal
    6:33 AMKraków Główny
    $1501One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2831 · IC 1733 · ICE 145 · 3352
    9:20 AM14h26
    Rotterdam Centraal
    11:46 PMKraków Główny
    $1751One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:50 PM23h20
    Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    5:10 PMKraków, Airport
    $961One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:35 PM23h45
    Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    1:20 PMKraków, Airport
    $961One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:50 PM26h00
    Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    1:50 AMKraków, Airport
    $961One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1706 · KL1331
    3:10 PM7h20
    Brussels Airport
    10:30 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $2401One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1700 · KL1323
    6:20 AM4h45
    Brussels Airport
    11:05 AMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $2421One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1700 · KL1325
    6:20 AM7h15
    Brussels Airport
    1:35 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $2421One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Kraków.

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There are 3 options to travel between Rotterdam and Kraków including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rotterdam to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $93 (€75).

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

A bus is $8 (€6) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rotterdam to Kraków costing on average $101 (€81).

A bus is $47 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Kraków costing on average $140 (€113).

The fastest way to travel from Rotterdam to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 58m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 28m.

Bus takes on average 20h 51m.

The distance from Rotterdam to Kraków is approximately 682 miles (1099 km).
The average frequency per day from Rotterdam to Kraków is:
  • Around 48 flights per day.
  • Around 19 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rotterdam and Kraków as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rotterdam to Kraków:
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
  • Trains mostly depart from Rotterdam Centraal and arrive in Kraków Główny.
  • Buses mostly depart from Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) and arrive in Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rotterdam to Kraków, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Kraków by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Kraków by bus.
  • Travel with Buzz, Ryanair to go to Kraków by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rotterdam to Kraków with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus.
  • 3 direct flights per day with Buzz, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Rotterdam 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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