How to travel from Warsaw to Kraków

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Travel Information from Warsaw to Kraków

distanceDistance156 miles (252 km)
modeAvailable travel modesBus or flight
priceTicket price range$9 - $54
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $9 (€8) • 3 h 45 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $54 (€47) • 50 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixBus or LOT Polish Airlines

Take a bus or flight to travel 156 miles (252 km) to Kraków from Warsaw. The most popular travel companies which serve this journey are FlixBus or LOT Polish Airlines among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or flight from Warsaw to Kraków.

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from Warsaw to Kraków

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

Our recommendation
bus

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

FlixBus
08:45AM3h50
Warsaw
12:35PMKrakow, Dworzec Autobusowy
$161One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
06:00AM4h15
Warszawa, Dw. Zachodni
10:15AMKrakow, Dworzec Autobusowy
$131One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Lot Polish Airlines
04:35PM0h55
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
05:30PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice (KRK)
$911One-way
0 transfers
Other options
Deutsche Bahn
09:40AM2h19
Warsaw Central
11:59AMKraków Główny
$531One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
10:40AM2h19
Warsaw Central
12:59PMKraków Główny
$531One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
09:18AM2h36
Warsaw Central
11:54AMKraków Główny
$531One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
09:20AM4h05
Warszawa, Dw. Zachodni
01:25PMKrakow, Dworzec Autobusowy
$161One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
08:20AM4h15
Warszawa, Dw. Zachodni
12:35PMKrakow, Dworzec Autobusowy
$161One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
11:15AM4h20
Warszawa, Dw. Zachodni
03:35PMKrakow, Dworzec Autobusowy
$161One-way
0 transfers
Lot Polish Airlines
10:25AM0h55
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
11:20AMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice (KRK)
$1341One-way
0 transfers
Lot Polish Airlines
01:25PM0h55
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
02:20PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice (KRK)
$1341One-way
0 transfers
Lot Polish Airlines
03:20PM1h00
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
04:20PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice (KRK)
$1511One-way
0 transfers

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Travel from Warsaw to Krakow: Journey Details

Getting to the stunning city of Krakow is simple if you are traveling from Warsaw. There are affordable and relatively fast coaches, car pooling companies, express trains, slower stopper trains and flights to choose from. If you want to watch the Polish countryside unfold, you could take a relaxing train, but if time is of the essence, nothing beats the flight time of just under an hour.

Return trips from Krakow to Warsaw are also available.

How to get from Warsaw to Kraków

The Best Way According to our Users

When it comes to choosing a method of transportation from Warsaw to Kraków, 71,70% of our customers do not hesitate to choose the flight as their preferred way to travel. Nowadays, passengers who want to fly around Europe have more options than ever before. With dozens of budget airlines covering several routes which connect to virtually all European countries, taking a flight to reach your desired destination is easy and inexpensive. The low fares and the short flight time are, among others, some of the reasons why our users choose the airplane as the best way to get from Warsaw to Kraków, even if they have to face baggage limitations and long lines at check-in and security control. You can book your flights with Omio to make sure you are always taking the fastest route or getting the best deal. You can also add extra luggage and book securely with several methods of payment such as Apple Pay, PayPal and more.

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Buses from Warsaw to Krakow

Buses from Warsaw to Krakow are the cheapest option for traveling between the two cities. PolskiBus runs a daily service starting at 6:00 a.m. and finishing late in the evening, which takes between 4 hours 20 and 4 hours 55 minutes to reach Krakow. There are also car pooling services like Bla Bla Car, which can cover the ground in around 4 hours.

Trains from Warsaw to Krakow

Trains from Warsaw to Krakow are the most convenient way to travel between the two cities, with a regular service from PKP Intercity that takes just 2 hours 44 minutes. However, note that journey times vary, so don't get stuck on a slow stopper-service. Trains depart from 5:30 a.m., and keep running until 8:30 p.m.

Flights from Warsaw to Krakow

LOT Polish Airlines operate a frequent daily flights from Warsaw to Krakow, which takes only 55 minutes to touch down at its destination. There are seven flights every day, with the first take off time at 7:40 a.m. and the last flight at 10:45 p.m. All flights are also direct, with no changes required.

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All travel companies: Airlines and Bus from Warsaw to Kraków

Find the best trip between Warsaw and Kraków with FlixBus, Austrian Airlines and Lufthansa. Comparing schedules and prices and booking the most popular trip has never been easier with over 1000 travel companies on Omio.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

    Austrian Airlines is Austria’s leading airline and you can choose between Economy Class or Business Class for your next travel between Warsaw and Kraków.

      FAQs: Travel from Warsaw to Kraków

      FAQs: 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 Warsaw to Kraków.
      FAQs

      There are 2 options to travel from Warsaw to Kraków including taking a bus or flight.

      The cheapest way to get from Warsaw to Kraków is by taking a bus with average ticket prices of $9 (€8) compared to other travel options to Kraków:

      A bus is $45 (€39) less than a flight with an average ticket price of $54 (€47) from Warsaw to Kraków.

      A bus is $37 (€32) less than a train for this journey with tickets for a train from Warsaw to Kraków costing on average $46 (€40).

      The quickest way to travel from Warsaw to Kraków is by flight, which takes on average 50 min   compared to other travel options that take longer:

      Taking a bus requires on average 3 h 45 min of travel time.

      Train takes on average 2 h 20 min.

      The distance from Warsaw to Kraków is approximately 156 miles (252 km).

      The average frequency per day from Warsaw to Kraków is:

      • Around 10 buses per day.

      However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route to Kraków from Warsaw as scheduled services by bus or flight can vary by season or day of the week.

      These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Warsaw to Kraków:

      • Most travelers take a bus from Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy to Kraków, Airport.
      • Most travelers board their plane from Warsaw Chopin Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.

      Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Warsaw to Kraków:

      • You can take a bus from Warsaw to Kraków with FlixBus, PKS Polonus, Neobus Polska, BlaBlaCar or Infobus. Cheap tickets can be found for $10 (€9) with FlixBus from Warsaw to Kraków.
      • You can go to Kraków from Warsaw by plane with LOT Polish Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline (2) or Lufthansa. You'll see cheap plane tickets for $65 (€56) with LOT Polish Airlines from Warsaw to Kraków on Omio.

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

      • Direct buses with FlixBus with 10 direct buses per day.

      Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Kraków as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets from Warsaw to Kraków.

      Omio customers who travel from Warsaw to Kraków often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Zakopane, Vienna or Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kraków and these popular destinations at a great price.
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