How to travel from Wrocław to Zakopane

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Wrocław to Zakopane

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Wrocław to Zakopane among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $32 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, while a flight costs an average of $277.

Distance: 178 miles (288 km)

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$277

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$59

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$32

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$69

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4h 19m

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6h 5m

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6h 52m

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6h 22m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Wrocław to Zakopane is a bus with an average price of $32 (€27).

This is compared to other travel options from Wrocław to Zakopane:

A bus is $27 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wrocław to Zakopane costing on average $59 (€49).

A bus is $245 (€206) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Wrocław to Zakopane costing on average $277 (€232).

The fastest way to travel from Wrocław to Zakopane is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Zakopane take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 5m.

Bus takes on average 6h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Wrocław and Zakopane including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Wrocław to Zakopane among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 2h 1m sooner (2h 19m by flight vs 4h 20m by car). Tickets start at around $277 (€232) compared to roughly $69 (€58) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Wrocław to Zakopane

How to get from Wrocław to Zakopane by train, bus or flight.

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bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:25 PM6h35
    Wrocław, Dworzec Autobusowy Centralny
    9:00 PMZakopane
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:25 PM6h35
    Wrocław, Dworzec Autobusowy Centralny
    9:00 PMZakopane
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3860 · LO3911
    9:30 PM2h20
    Wrocław–Copernicus Airport
    11:50 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $3481One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnEC 59 · EIP 5352
    1:10 PM5h47
    Wrocław Główny
    6:57 PMZakopane
    $711One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 8308 · IC 5360
    3:10 PM6h11
    Wrocław Główny
    9:21 PMZakopane
    $711One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 7318 · TLK 83106
    9:10 AM7h22
    Wrocław Główny
    4:32 PMZakopane
    $921One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:45 AM5h25
    Wrocław, Dworzec Autobusowy Centralny
    2:10 PMZakopane
    $321One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:20 AM6h10
    Wrocław, Dworzec Autobusowy Centralny
    12:30 PMZakopane
    $321One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:40 AM6h20
    Wrocław, Dworzec Autobusowy Centralny
    9:00 AMZakopane
    $321One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3848 · LO3921
    6:15 PM2h30
    Wrocław–Copernicus Airport
    8:45 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $1101One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3844 · LO3921
    2:55 PM5h50
    Wrocław–Copernicus Airport
    8:45 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $1101One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3850 · LO3921
    5:35 AM15h10
    Wrocław–Copernicus Airport
    8:45 PMJohn Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    $1101One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Wrocław to Zakopane

Travel to Zakopane 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 Wrocław to Zakopane.

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There are 3 options to travel between Wrocław and Zakopane including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Wrocław to Zakopane is a bus with an average price of $32 (€27).

This is compared to other travel options from Wrocław to Zakopane:

A bus is $27 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wrocław to Zakopane costing on average $59 (€49).

A bus is $245 (€206) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Wrocław to Zakopane costing on average $277 (€232).

The fastest way to travel from Wrocław to Zakopane is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Zakopane take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 5m.

Bus takes on average 6h 52m.

The distance from Wrocław to Zakopane is approximately 178 miles (288 km).
The average frequency per day from Wrocław to Zakopane is:
  • Around 29 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Wrocław and Zakopane 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 Wrocław to Zakopane:
  • {stationMode_1} mostly depart from Wrocław–Copernicus Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
  • {stationMode_2} mostly depart from Wrocław Główny and arrive in {arrivalStation_2}.
  • {stationMode_3} mostly depart from Wrocław, Dworzec Autobusowy Centralny and arrive in Zakopane.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Wrocław to Zakopane, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines to go to Zakopane by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Zakopane by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Zakopane by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Wrocław to Zakopane:
  • 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Wrocław to Zakopane often also extend their vacation to go to Kraków, Warsaw, Prague, Budapest, John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zakopane and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Zakopane to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Zakopane, visitors can enjoy skiing and snowboarding at popular resorts like Kasprowy Wierch, explore the Zakopane Style Museum to learn about the region's unique architectural style, and take a traditional horse-drawn sleigh ride through snowy landscapes. Relaxing at a thermal spa with mountain views and savoring traditional Polish dishes at local restaurants are also popular activities. Must-see sights include the hiking trails and stunning views in Tatra National Park, the panoramic vistas from Gubałówka Hill, the vibrant Krupówki Street, the impressive Wielka Krokiew ski jumping hill, and the picturesque Morskie Oko lake.
For a fulfilling experience in Zakopane, it's recommended to spend around 3 to 4 days. This allows visitors to enjoy the stunning Tatra Mountains, explore local attractions, and engage in outdoor activities like hiking and skiing.

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