How much is the train ticket from Warsaw to Krakow?

The cheapest train tickets from Warsaw to Krakow start at $8. The average price for this train route is around $20. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Warsaw to Krakow?

The average train trip from Warsaw to Krakow takes 2h 41m and covers 255 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 29m and is operated by RegioJet .

Which train operators serve the Warsaw to Krakow route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Warsaw to Krakow?

The earliest train from Warsaw to Krakow departs at 5:48am. The latest train departs at 7:40pm.

Train Warsaw to Krakow from $4

Next train departures

Next departures for Warsaw to Krakow on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:02pm	Warszawa Gdanska	3h 15m	3:17pm	Kraków Main Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	2:22pm	Centralna	3h 31m	5:53pm	Kraków Main Station	No tags

Next departures for Warsaw to Krakow on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:02pm	Warszawa Gdanska	3h 15m	3:17pm	Kraków Main Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	2:22pm	Centralna	3h 31m	5:53pm	Kraków Main Station	No tags

Next departures for Warsaw to Krakow on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:02pm	Warszawa Gdanska	3h 15m	3:17pm	Kraków Main Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	2:22pm	Centralna	3h 31m	5:53pm	Kraków Main Station	No tags

Next departures for Warsaw to Krakow on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:02pm	Warszawa Gdanska	3h 15m	3:17pm	Kraków Main Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	2:22pm	Centralna	3h 31m	5:53pm	Kraków Main Station	No tags

Next departures for Warsaw to Krakow on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:02pm	Warszawa Gdanska	3h 15m	3:17pm	Kraków Main Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	2:22pm	Centralna	3h 31m	5:53pm	Kraków Main Station	No tags

Next departures for Warsaw to Krakow on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:02pm	Warszawa Gdanska	3h 15m	3:17pm	Kraków Main Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	2:22pm	Centralna	3h 31m	5:53pm	Kraków Main Station	No tags

Next departures for Warsaw to Krakow on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:02pm	Warszawa Gdanska	3h 15m	3:17pm	Kraków Main Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	2:22pm	Centralna	3h 31m	5:53pm	Kraków Main Station	No tags

Next departures for Warsaw to Krakow on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:02pm	Warszawa Gdanska	3h 15m	3:17pm	Kraków Main Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	2:22pm	Centralna	3h 31m	5:53pm	Kraków Main Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Warsaw to Krakow

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Krakow. The journey takes about 2 hours 41 minutes, and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 41mAverage Duration

255 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$7 - $89	Average Duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$8 - $36	Average Duration2h 41m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $35	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Warsaw and Krakow?

Warsaw

A
Centralna
Aleje Jerozolimskie 54, Warszawa, Poland
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B
Zachodnia
Aleje Jerozolimskie 144, Warszawa, Poland
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C
Warszawa Gdanska
Warszawa Gdańska, 00-001 Warszawa, Poland
D
Warszawa Dworzec Zachodnia
Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni, Warszawa, Poland

Krakow

A
Kraków MDA Bus Station
Bosacka 18, 31-505 Kraków-Śródmieście, Poland
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B
Krakow Airport
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C
Krakow Plaszow
Kraków Płaszów, 30-556 Kraków, Poland

Train companies

RegioJet

4/51,058 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

Based on 1058 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the value for money but often complained with the WiFi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at $8

PL train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Warsaw to Krakow by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Warsaw to Krakow?
The cheapest train tickets from Warsaw to Krakow start at $8. The average price for this train route is around $20. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Warsaw to Krakow?
The average train trip from Warsaw to Krakow takes 2h 41m and covers 255 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 29m and is operated by RegioJet.
Which train operators serve the Warsaw to Krakow route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Warsaw to Krakow?
The earliest train from Warsaw to Krakow departs at 5:48am. The latest train departs at 7:40pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-02

$4

12-03

$4

Today

$4

12-05

$8

12-06

$8

12-07

$8

12-08

$4

12-09

$4

The cheapest trip from Warsaw to Krakow was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $4

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Warsaw to Krakow, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $4 to $24 for a train ticket from Warsaw to Krakow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $4 which is on 2025-12-08.

What's the cheapest way to go from Warsaw to Krakow?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time4h 50m	Avg Price$33	Daily Departures35
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time2h 41m	Avg Price$20	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel time3h 10m	Avg Price$23	Daily Departures49

The best way to travel between Warsaw and Krakow is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $20 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $8. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Krakow, choose the train, as it will take you from Warsaw to Krakow in about 2h 41m —that's the fastest way to get there!