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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Białystok to Kraków
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£72
Fastest journey
4 h 48 m
Average duration
5 h 27 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Białystok to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Białystok to Kraków will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
To travel from Białystok to Kraków you need to make at least one change.
IC 16104 · EIP 5308IC 1626 · EIP 1306IC 9902 · EIC 5307IC 5620 · EIP 1304IC 5620 · EIP 1304IC 1626 · EIP 1306IC 16104 · EIP 5308IC 9902 · EIC 5307
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Białystok to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Białystok to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 407 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£59 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Białystok to Kraków train times
The table below shows live departures for Białystok to Kraków trains for tomorrow, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 5620 · EIP 1304 | 07:14 Białystok station | 4h48 | 12:02 Kraków Główny | 1 change | |
| IC 1626 · EIP 1306 | 09:14 Białystok station | 4h57 | 14:11 Kraków Główny | 1 change | |
| IC 9902 · EIC 5307 | 11:14 Białystok station | 6h10 | 17:24 Kraków Główny | 1 change | |
| IC 16104 · EIP 5308 | 13:14 Białystok station | 5h52 | 19:06 Kraków Główny | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Białystok to Kraków
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Trains from Białystok to Kraków run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 20:16. The fastest train covers the 407 km distance in 4h 36m.
Distance 407 km |
Average train duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 20:16 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity from Białystok to Kraków trainsDeutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Białystok and Kraków from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
PKP Intercity
FAQs: Białystok to Kraków train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Białystok to Kraków by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kraków, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Białystok and Kraków
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from ul. Kolejowa.
- Restaurant Esperanto
- Kawelin
- Outside the main entrance.
- PLN 2
- Hotel Branicki
- Best Western Hotel Cristal
- Hotel Golebiewski
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Pawia Street.
- Restauracja Browar Lubicz
- Bistro Bene by Tomasz Leśniak
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Hotel Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto
- PURO Kraków Stare Miasto
- Vienna House Andel's Cracow
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-10 for long-distance and international trains
- Tram: Lines 3, 5, 19, 50
- Bus: Several lines available
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