How to travel from Vilnius to Kraków

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

The cheapest way to travel from Vilnius to Kraków is a train with an average price of kr466.

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

A train is kr40 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vilnius to Kraków costing on average kr507.

A train is kr1358 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vilnius to Kraków costing on average kr1824.

The fastest way to travel from Vilnius to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 13m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 22m.

Bus takes on average 11h 56m.

The distance from Vilnius to Kraków is approximately 390 miles (629 km).

The average frequency per day from Vilnius to Kraków is:

• Around 21 buses per day.
• Around 20 flights per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Vilnius International Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
• Buses mostly depart from Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas and arrive in Kraków, Airport.

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

• Travel with Wizz Air, Lot Polish Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle to go to Kraków by flight.
• Travel with LTG Link to go to Kraków by train.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Kraków by bus.

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

• 1 direct trains per day with LTG Link.
• 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Vilnius 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.