The cheapest and fastest trains from Košice to Kraków
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Košice to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Košice to Kraków will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 1 trains that leave Košice for Kraków every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 8 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 45 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.
4:308h45Košice13:15Kraków£171One-way0 changes
4:308h45Košice13:15Kraków£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Košice to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Košice 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 coach which can get you there in 6h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £108.
Distance: 178 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £230 Average Price |
8h 43m Average total duration 8h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration Fastest 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 12m Average total duration 9h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Košice to Kraków train times
The table below shows live departures for Košice to Kraków trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:30 Košice | 8h45 | 13:15 Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Košice to Kraków by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Košice to Kraków
Trains from Košice to Kraków run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 178 km |
Average train duration 8h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 8h 45m |
First train 3:50 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: RegioJet a.s., Leo Express from Košice to Kraków trainsRegioJet a.s., Leo Express trains will get you between Košice and Kraków from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Košice to Kraków train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Košice 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 Košice and Kraków
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access is available via Staničné námestie.
- Med Malina
- Villa Regia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kosice
- Hotel Yasmin Kosice
- Boutique Hotel Maraton
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Hungary, Czech Republic, Poland, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Lines 2, 4, 6, 9
- 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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