Kraków to Berlin train with Deutsche Bahn (EC,IC,RE,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kraków to Berlin

Showing times and prices for 21 Jul

Cheapest price

£58

Average price

£93

Fastest journey

8 h 23 m

Average duration

8 h 41 m

Trains per day

Distance

530 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kraków to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Kraków to Berlin will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.

Fast trains

To travel from Kraków to Berlin you need to make at least one change.

EC 56 · BUS40056

07:598h31

Kraków Główny

16:30Berlin

£581One-way

1 change

IC 3806 · EC 46 · BUS40046

08:338h57

Kraków Główny

17:30Berlin

£871One-way

2 changes

EC 58 · BUS40058

11:578h23

Kraków Główny

20:20Berlin

£971One-way

1 change

IC 3858+

KD 69563 · KD 69857+ Deutsche Bahn

RB 68826

09:408h53

Kraków Główny

18:33Berlin Hbf

£1311One-way

4 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Kraków to Berlin

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £112.

Distance: 529 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Flight
£67 Average Price	£41 Average Price Cheapest	£245 Average Price
9h 26m Average total duration 8h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	9h 53m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions	1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Kraków to Berlin train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday 21 July

Last updated at 16:30

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
EC 56 · BUS40056	On time 05:59 Kraków Główny	8h31	14:30 Berlin	1 change
IC 3806 · EC 46 · BUS40046	06:33 Kraków Główny	8h57	15:30 Berlin	2 changes
IC 3858+KD 69563 · KD 69857+RB 68826	On time 07:40 Kraków Główny	8h53	16:33 Berlin Hbf	4 changes
EC 58 · BUS40058	On time 09:57 Kraków Główny	8h23	18:20 Berlin	1 change
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Kraków to Berlin?

The best time to book your train from Kraków to Berlin is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Kraków to Berlin route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Kraków to Berlin per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Kraków to Berlin.

Trains

from £43

Coaches

from £35

Flights

from £149

Journey information

Overview: Train from Kraków to Berlin

Poland

Germany

Trains from Kraków to Berlin run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £31

Distance

529 km

Average train duration

8h 56m

Cheapest ticket price

£34

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

6h 56m

First train

00:01

Last train

23:58

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £31

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn, Regiojet and PKP Intercity trains Kraków to Berlin

You can travel by train between Kraków and Berlin with Deutsche Bahn, Regiojet and PKP Intercity for as low as £24. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main operator of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train between Kraków and Berlin. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Kraków to Berlin train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 6 h 54 min
Cheapest Price: £36

FAQs: Kraków to Berlin train

FAQs: Travel by train from Kraków to Berlin easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Kraków to Berlin.

Cheap train tickets from Kraków to Berlin can start from as little as £35 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Kraków to Berlin is £55; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Berlin from Kraków is on average 7 h 6 min for the 328 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Kraków and Berlin by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Kraków to Berlin leaves at 00: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Kraków to Berlin leaves at 23: 58.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Kraków to Berlin without having to change trains with Deutsche Bahn. There is 1 direct train from Kraków to Berlin each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Kraków to Berlin, you can count on Deutsche Bahn or RegioJet a. S. For the best way to get you to Berlin. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Kraków and Berlin and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 58.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Kraków Główny, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Berlin Hbf, located 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Kraków to Berlin by train is July.

You have options as you can travel to Berlin from Kraków 3 different ways: coach, train or flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Kraków and Berlin

Kraków

Berlin

The major train station for departures in Kraków is Kraków Główny. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kraków Główny for your trip from Kraków to Berlin.

Kraków Główny Wifi