How much is the train ticket from Krakow to Warsaw?

The cheapest train tickets from Krakow to Warsaw start from $6. The average price for this train route is around $14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Krakow to Warsaw?

The average train ride duration from Krakow to Warsaw is 2h 43m, covering a distance of 156 miles (252 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 27m and is operated by RegioJet .

Which train operators service the Krakow to Warsaw route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Krakow to Warsaw?

The earliest train departs from Krakow to Warsaw at 5:04am. And the latest train departs at 5:34pm.

Train Krakow to Warsaw from $3

Next train departures

Next departures for Krakow to Warsaw on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:14am	Kraków Main Station	2h 45m	7:59am	Warszawa Gdanska	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Krakow to Warsaw on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:14am	Kraków Main Station	2h 45m	7:59am	Warszawa Gdanska	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Krakow to Warsaw on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:17am	Kraków Main Station	2h 27m	7:44am	Centralna	CheapestFastest
Train	7:01am	Kraków Main Station	3h 11m	10:12am	Centralna	No tags
Train	1:29pm	Kraków Main Station	2h 43m	4:12pm	Centralna	No tags

Next departures for Krakow to Warsaw on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:17am	Kraków Main Station	2h 27m	7:44am	Centralna	CheapestFastest
Train	7:01am	Kraków Main Station	3h 11m	10:12am	Centralna	No tags
Train	1:29pm	Kraków Main Station	2h 43m	4:12pm	Centralna	No tags

Next departures for Krakow to Warsaw on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:17am	Kraków Main Station	2h 27m	7:44am	Centralna	CheapestFastest
Train	7:01am	Kraków Main Station	3h 11m	10:12am	Centralna	No tags
Train	1:29pm	Kraków Main Station	2h 43m	4:12pm	Centralna	No tags

Next departures for Krakow to Warsaw on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:17am	Kraków Main Station	2h 27m	7:44am	Centralna	CheapestFastest
Train	7:01am	Kraków Main Station	3h 11m	10:12am	Centralna	No tags
Train	1:29pm	Kraków Main Station	2h 43m	4:12pm	Centralna	No tags

Next departures for Krakow to Warsaw on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:17am	Kraków Main Station	2h 27m	7:44am	Centralna	CheapestFastest
Train	7:01am	Kraków Main Station	3h 11m	10:12am	Centralna	No tags
Train	1:29pm	Kraków Main Station	2h 43m	4:12pm	Centralna	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Krakow to Warsaw

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Warsaw. The journey takes about 2 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 43mAverage Duration

156 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$5 - $65	Average Duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$6 - $25	Average Duration2h 43m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $25	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
Krakow Airport
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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

4/51,060 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

Based on 1060 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the value for money and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at $6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Krakow to Warsaw 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 Krakow to Warsaw?
The cheapest train tickets from Krakow to Warsaw start from $6. The average price for this train route is around $14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Krakow to Warsaw?
The average train ride duration from Krakow to Warsaw is 2h 43m, covering a distance of 156 miles (252 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 27m and is operated by RegioJet.
Which train operators service the Krakow to Warsaw route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Krakow to Warsaw?
The earliest train departs from Krakow to Warsaw at 5:04am. And the latest train departs at 5:34pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$3

12/11

$17

Today

$3

12/13

$6

12/14

$12

12/15

$12

12/16

$12

12/17

$12

The cheapest trip from Krakow to Warsaw was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $3

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 $3 to $23 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 $6 which is on 2025-12-13.

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 25m	Avg Price$24	Daily Departures36
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 43m	Avg Price$14	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time3h 10m	Avg Price$16	Daily Departures40

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 $14 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $6. 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 43m - that's the fastest way to get there!