How to travel from Rzeszów to Kraków

There are 2 options to travel between Rzeszów and Kraków including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Rzeszów to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $9 (€7).

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

A bus is $19 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rzeszów to Kraków costing on average $28 (€23).

The fastest way to travel from Rzeszów to Kraków is by train with an average journey time of 2h 32m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 37m.

The distance from Rzeszów to Kraków is approximately 91 miles (147 km).

The average frequency per day from Rzeszów to Kraków is:

• Around 27 buses per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rzeszów to Kraków:

• Flights mostly depart from Rzeszow Jasionka Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
• Trains mostly depart from Rzeszów Główny and arrive in Kraków Główny.
• Buses mostly depart from Rzeszów, Dworzec Lokalny and arrive in Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.

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

• Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Neobus, Zarząd Transportu Miejskiego w Rzeszowie to go to Kraków by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s., Leo Express, PKP Intercity, Polregio to go to Kraków by train.

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

• 27 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Neobus.
• 6 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s., Leo Express, PKP Intercity.

Omio customers who travel from Rzeszów 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.