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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gdańsk to Kraków
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
5 h 8 m
Average duration
5 h 12 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
485 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gdańsk to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gdańsk to Kraków will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
Of the 10 trains that leave Gdańsk for Kraków every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 485 km distance in an average of 5 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
EIP 5406 · EIP 1312EIP 5404 · EIP 1310EIC 5307EIP 5104 · IC 60407EIP 5102 · IC 5320EIP 5304EIP 5310EIP 5350EIP 5308EIP 5406 · EIP 1312
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Gdańsk to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gdańsk to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £33.
Distance: 485 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£62 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £106 Average Price |
5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 16m Average total duration 8h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gdańsk to Kraków train times
The table below shows live departures for Gdańsk to Kraków trains for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EIP 5350 | 07:59 Gdańsk Główny | 5h12 | 13:11 Kraków Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
| EIP 5402 · EIP 1306 | 08:52 Gdańsk Główny | 5h19 | 14:11 Kraków Główny | 1 change | |
| EIP 5304 | 09:52 Gdańsk Główny | 5h08 | 15:00 Kraków Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
| EIC 5307 | 11:52 Gdańsk Główny | 5h32 | 17:24 Kraków Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
| EIP 5404 · EIP 1310 | 12:52 Gdańsk Główny | 5h41 | 18:33 Kraków Główny | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gdańsk to Kraków
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Trains from Gdańsk to Kraków run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 485 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 485 km |
Average train duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 22:09 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity from Gdańsk to Kraków trainsDeutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Gdańsk and Kraków from £18. 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: Gdańsk to Kraków train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gdańsk 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 Gdańsk and Kraków
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Podwale Grodzkie.
- Pierogarnia Mandu Centrum
- Restauracja Gvara
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Hotel Mercure Gdańsk Stare Miasto
- Scandic Gdańsk
- Hotel Wolne Miasto
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Hall 3: shops and restaurants
- Tram: Line 2, Line 3, Line 6, Line 9, Line 11, Line 12
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several parking lots in the vicinity.
- Pierogarnia Mandu Gdańsk Oliwa
- Restauracja Oliwa do Ognia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Hampton by Hilton Gdansk Oliwa
- Hotel Oliwski
- Dwór Oliwski City Hotel & SPA
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional and SKM trains
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- SKM: Szybka Kolej Miejska
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingCar RentalWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost 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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