How much does a train ticket cost from Krakow to Warsaw?

The cheapest train tickets from Krakow to Warsaw start from £11. The average price for this train route is around £11. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Krakow to Warsaw?

The average train journey time from Krakow to Warsaw is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 156 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 27m and is operated by RegioJet .

Which train operators serve the Krakow to Warsaw route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Krakow to Warsaw departs at 05:04. And the latest train departs at 17:34.

Train Krakow to Warsaw from £9

Next train departures

Next departures from Krakow to Warsaw on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:04	Kraków Main Station	2h 40m	07:44	Centralna	Cheapest
Train	17:34	Kraków Main Station	2h 38m	20:12	Centralna	Fastest
Train	07:01	Kraków Main Station	3h 11m	10:12	Centralna	No tags

Next departures from Krakow to Warsaw on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	05:04	Kraków Main Station	2h 40m	07:44	Centralna	CheapestFastest
	Train	07:01	Kraków Main Station	3h 11m	10:12	Centralna	No tags

Next departures from Krakow to Warsaw on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:04	Kraków Main Station	2h 40m	07:44	Centralna	Cheapest
Train	13:37	Kraków Main Station	2h 35m	16:12	Centralna	Fastest
Train	07:01	Kraków Main Station	3h 11m	10:12	Centralna	No tags
Train	17:34	Kraków Main Station	2h 38m	20:12	Centralna	No tags

Next departures from Krakow to Warsaw on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:04	Kraków Main Station	2h 40m	07:44	Centralna	Cheapest
Train	13:37	Kraków Main Station	2h 35m	16:12	Centralna	Fastest
Train	07:01	Kraków Main Station	3h 11m	10:12	Centralna	No tags
Train	17:34	Kraków Main Station	2h 38m	20:12	Centralna	No tags

Next departures from Krakow to Warsaw on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:04	Kraków Main Station	2h 40m	07:44	Centralna	Cheapest
Train	13:37	Kraków Main Station	2h 35m	16:12	Centralna	Fastest
Train	07:01	Kraków Main Station	3h 11m	10:12	Centralna	No tags
Train	17:34	Kraków Main Station	2h 38m	20:12	Centralna	No tags

Next departures from Krakow to Warsaw on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:04	Kraków Main Station	2h 40m	07:44	Centralna	Cheapest
Train	13:37	Kraków Main Station	2h 35m	16:12	Centralna	Fastest
Train	07:01	Kraków Main Station	3h 11m	10:12	Centralna	No tags
Train	17:34	Kraków Main Station	2h 38m	20:12	Centralna	No tags

Next departures from Krakow to Warsaw on 6 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:04	Kraków Main Station	2h 40m	07:44	Centralna	Cheapest
Train	13:37	Kraków Main Station	2h 35m	16:12	Centralna	Fastest
Train	07:01	Kraków Main Station	3h 11m	10:12	Centralna	No tags
Train	17:34	Kraków Main Station	2h 38m	20:12	Centralna	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Krakow to Warsaw

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Warsaw. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 40mAverage duration

156 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£6 - £43	Average duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£11 - £21	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £22	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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

Krakow

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

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

Train Companies

RegioJet

4/51,067 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wi‑Fi3.8

Based on 1067 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 Wi‑Fi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at £11

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Krakow to Warsaw by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Krakow to Warsaw?
The cheapest train tickets from Krakow to Warsaw start from £11. The average price for this train route is around £11. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Krakow to Warsaw?
The average train journey time from Krakow to Warsaw is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 156 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 27m and is operated by RegioJet.
Which train operators serve the Krakow to Warsaw route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Krakow to Warsaw?
The earliest train from Krakow to Warsaw departs at 05:04. And the latest train departs at 17:34.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

29/01

£10

30/01

£18

Today

£9

01/02

£9

02/02

£9

03/02

£9

04/02

£9

05/02

£9

The cheapest trip from Krakow to Warsaw was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of £9

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

You can expect to pay from £9 to £20 for a train ticket from Krakow to Warsaw based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2026-02-02.

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

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time5h 35m	Avg price£18	Daily departures39
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2h 40m	Avg price£11	Daily departures3
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time3h 10m	Avg price£13	Daily departures45

The best way to travel between Krakow and Warsaw is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £11 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £11. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Warsaw, choose the train, as it will take you from Krakow to Warsaw in about 2h 40m – that's the fastest way to get there!