1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£29
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£30
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
14 h 7 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
14 h 19 m
Trains on 05 Sept
3
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bratislava to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bratislava to Kraków will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Bratislava to Kraków you need to make at least one change.
LE1216 · LE419-PL
LE1214 · LE413-PL
LE1214 · LE413-PL
LE1214 · LE413-PL
LE1216 · LE419-PL
LE1214 · LE413-PLOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bratislava to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 6h 46m. 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 coach costs an average of £26, while a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 296 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 24m Average total duration 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration Fastest 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bratislava to Kraków:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bratislava to Kraków costing on average £31.
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 54m.
Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £69 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £38. The journey takes 7h 54m versus 4h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bratislava to Kraków trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LE1214 · LE413-PL | 4:11 Bratislava-Petržalka | 14h38 | 18:49 Kraków Główny | 1 change | |
LE1214 · LE413-PL | 4:42 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 14h07 | 18:49 Kraków Główny | 1 change | |
LE1216 · LE419-PL | 13:05 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 14h12 | 3:17 Kraków Główny | 1 change | |
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Trains from Bratislava to Kraków run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 296 km distance in 13h 57m.
Distance 296 km |
Average train duration 7h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 13h 57m |
First train 1:45 |
Last train 23:30 |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Discover the best of Kraków — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kraków trip today.
Museum beneath the Main Square revealing medieval remains, trade history and immersive displays under the heart of the Old Town.
Former enamel factory with a powerful exhibition on Kraków under Nazi occupation and daily life during the Second World War.
Major branch of the National Museum with Polish art from the nineteenth century onward, including celebrated paintings and decorative arts.
Kraków’s main square is a lively historic centre with the Cloth Hall, church façades and constant street life at all hours.
Historic Jewish quarter with synagogues, courtyards, murals and a lively street scene that blends heritage with contemporary city life.
Broad green promenade planted where medieval walls once stood; ideal for walking between key sights around the Old Town.
Obwarzanek krakowski is Kraków’s iconic ring-shaped bread, boiled then baked and topped with poppy or sesame seeds. It is a protected local street-food classic.
Maczanka krakowska is roast pork in a caraway-spiced gravy, served in a bread roll. It is often called Kraków’s traditional answer to pulled pork sandwiches.
Kiełbasa krakowska is a smoked Polish sausage linked to Kraków, made from seasoned pork. It is prized for its firm texture and distinctive garlic-spice flavour.
Traditional Polish restaurant near the Main Square, known for hearty classics, period interiors and folk-inspired atmosphere.
Casual venue specialising in maczanka krakowska and other local sandwiches. A good stop for classic Kraków street-food flavours.
Well-known Jewish-style restaurant in Kazimierz serving Polish and regional dishes in a lively, rustic setting with evening music.
Budget-friendly for city breaks; hotels, meals and public transport usually cost less than in major Western European tourist cities.
About 10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in cafés and taxis or add a small tip; check the bill for any service charge.
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Kraków Główny -> Rynek Główny, Kraków
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bratislava 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.

Most Bratislava to Kraków trains use the Bratislava Hlavná Stanica to Kraków Główny station pair. Use this guide to compare Bratislava and Kraków train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bratislava Hlavná Stanica is 1 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava Hlavná Stanica has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Fach Restaurant, Savoy Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Matyšák, Mercure Bratislava Centrum Hotel, Loft Hotel Bratislava.
Bratislava-Petržalka is 3 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava-Petržalka has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Petržalka, Pizzeria La Mamma
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava-Petržalka. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bratislava-Petržalka. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bratislava-Petržalka: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bratislava-Petržalka: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava-Petržalka: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Viktor, Hotel Dominika, Hotel Expo.
Kraków Główny is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków Główny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restauracja Browar Lubicz, Bistro Bene by Tomasz Leśniak
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Kraków Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Kraków Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kraków Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kraków Główny: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto, PURO Kraków Stare Miasto, Vienna House Andel's Cracow.
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