The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Kraków
Cheapest price
£91
Average price
£109
Fastest journey
11 h 19 m
Average duration
11 h 32 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
802 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Kraków will cost around £109 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £91.
To travel from Frankfurt am Main to Kraków you need to make at least one change.
ICE 694 · EC 578:2211h40Frankfurt (Main) Hbf20:02Kraków Główny£911One-way1 change
ICE 1221 · ICE 694 · EC 578:0212h00Frankfurt Airport long-distance station20:02Kraków Główny£911One-way2 changes
ICE 1134 · EC 5511:3912h05Frankfurt am Main Flughafen23:44Kraków Główny£1091One-way1 change
ICE 692 · EC 231 · TLK 7310010:2212h05Frankfurt (Main) Hbf22:27Kraków Główny£1091One-way2 changes
ICE 690 · EC 5512:2211h22Frankfurt (Main) Hbf23:44Kraków Główny£1091One-way1 change
ICE 759 · EC 13311:1911h19Frankfurt (Main) Hbf22:38Kraków Główny£1271One-way1 change
ICE 690 · EC 5512:2211h22Frankfurt (Main) Hbf23:44Kraków Główny£1091One-way1 change
ICE 759 · EC 13311:0211h36Frankfurt Airport long-distance station22:38Kraków Główny£1271One-way1 change
ICE 694 · EC 578:2211h40Frankfurt (Main) Hbf20:02Kraków Główny£911One-way1 change
ICE 1225 · ICE 690 · EC 5512:0211h42Frankfurt Airport long-distance station23:44Kraków Główny£1091One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a flight costs an average of £121.
Distance: 802 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£115 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest | £260 Average Price |
13h 57m Average total duration 13h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 14m Average total duration 15h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Kraków train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Kraków trains for today, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60409 · 16503 · IC 7316+ 5673 | Delayed 22:28 0:51Frankfurt South station | 12h45 | 13:36 Kraków Główny | 4 changes | |
S9 · ICE 694 · EC 57 | On time 7:46 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 12h16 | 20:02 Kraków Główny | 2 changes | |
ICE 694 · EC 57 | On time 8:22 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h40 | 20:02 Kraków Główny | 1 change | |
S9 · ICE 692 · EC 231 · TLK 73100 | 9:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 12h42 | 22:27 Kraków Główny | 3 changes | |
ICE 692 · EC 231 · TLK 73100 | Delayed 8:25 10:22Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h05 | 22:27 Kraków Główny | 2 changes | |
S9 · ICE 759 · EC 133 | 10:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 11h53 | 22:38 Kraków Główny | 2 changes | |
ICE 759 · EC 133 | On time 11:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h19 | 22:38 Kraków Główny | 1 change | |
S9 · ICE 690 · EC 55 | On time 11:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 11h59 | 23:44 Kraków Główny | 2 changes | |
S9 · ICE 690 · EC 55 | On time 11:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 11h59 | 23:44 Kraków Główny | 2 changes | |
ICE 690 · EC 55 | Delayed 10:22 12:15Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h29 | 23:44 Kraków Główny | 1 change | |
ICE 798 · EC 55 | On time 12:20 Frankfurt South station | 11h24 | 23:44 Kraków Główny | 1 change | |
S9 · S6 · ICE 372 · EC 249 | 12:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 14h56 | 3:41 Kraków Główny | 4 changes | |
ICE 838 · EC 249 · TLK 53170 | On time 13:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 14h39 | 3:41 Kraków Główny | 2 changes | |
ICE 372 · EC 249 · TLK 53170 | On time 13:19 Frankfurt South station | 14h22 | 3:41 Kraków Główny | 2 changes | |
ICE 919 · IC 416 | On time 14:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 16h55 | 7:17 Kraków Główny | 1 change | |
S9 · ICE 596 · EC 431 | 15:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 14h51 | 6:36 Kraków Główny | 2 changes | |
ICE 596 · EC 431 | Delayed 14:22 16:15Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 14h21 | 6:36 Kraków Główny | 1 change | |
4263 · ICE 834 · S2 · 34958 | 16:36 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 18h48 | 11:24 Kraków Główny | 5 changes | |
S9 · ICE 278 · 18272 · S2 | 16:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 18h39 | 11:24 Kraków Główny | 6 changes | |
ICE 834 · S2 · 34958 · Bus RB66 | On time 17:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 18h22 | 11:24 Kraków Główny | 4 changes | |
ICE 278 · 18272 · S2 · 34958 | On time 17:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 18h10 | 11:24 Kraków Główny | 5 changes | |
ICE 611 · RJ 263 · EC 106 · IC 213 | 17:21 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 18h52 | 12:13 Kraków Główny | 4 changes | |
S9 · ICE 592 · 18398 · 68803 | 19:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 16h37 | 12:22 Kraków Główny | 6 changes | |
ICE 592 · 18398 · 68803 · IC 7318 | On time 20:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 16h07 | 12:22 Kraków Główny | 5 changes | |
S9 · ICE 274 · EC 41 · TLK 83106 | 20:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 16h40 | 13:25 Kraków Główny | 3 changes | |
ICE 274 · EC 41 · TLK 83106 | On time 21:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 16h10 | 13:25 Kraków Główny | 2 changes | |
ICE 1220 · ICE 100 · ICE 1541 · EC 41 | On time 21:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 15h41 | 13:25 Kraków Główny | 4 changes | |
ICE 100 · ICE 1541 · EC 41 · TLK 83106 | On time 22:11 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 15h14 | 13:25 Kraków Główny | 3 changes | |
ICE 1272 · EC 43 · IC 8312 | On time 23:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 15h36 | 15:33 Kraków Główny | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Kraków
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Kraków run on average 13 times per day, taking around 13h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 802 km distance in 10h 49m.
Distance 802 km |
Average train duration 13h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 10h 49m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Leo Express, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt am Main to Kraków trainsDeutsche Bahn, Leo Express, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Kraków from £35. 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.
Leo Express
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Kraków train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main and Kraków
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- 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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