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Muzeum II Wojny Światowej
A major museum on the history of the Second World War, with extensive exhibitions that place Gdańsk in a wider European context.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kraków to Gdańsk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Gdańsk will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
On Fri 13 Nov, we found 20 trains from Kraków to Gdańsk, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 485 km distance in an average of 5 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 10 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.
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Trains from Kraków to Gdańsk run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 485 km distance in 4h 41m.
Distance 485 km |
Average train duration 5h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Kraków to Gdańsk.
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Gdańsk trains for today, Thursday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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EIP 3108 · EIP 4508 | 6:53 Kraków Główny | 5h08 | 12:01 Gdańsk Główny | 1 change | |
EIP 3108 · EIP 3508 | 6:53 Kraków Główny | 6h08 | 13:01 Gdańsk Główny | 1 change | |
EIP 3508 | 7:56 Kraków Główny | 5h05 | 13:01 Gdańsk Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 3106 · EIP 4506 | 8:40 Kraków Główny | 5h21 | 14:01 Gdańsk Główny | 1 change | |
EIP 3106 · EIP 3506 | 8:40 Kraków Główny | 6h21 | 15:01 Gdańsk Główny | 1 change | |
EIP 3506 | 9:44 Kraków Główny | 5h17 | 15:01 Gdańsk Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 3552 | 10:51 Kraków Główny | 5h10 | 16:01 Gdańsk Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 3504 | 11:52 Kraków Główny | 5h09 | 17:01 Gdańsk Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 3800 | 13:39 Kraków Główny | 5h14 | 18:53 Gdańsk Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 3104 · EIP 4502 | 14:47 Kraków Główny | 5h14 | 20:01 Gdańsk Główny | 1 change | |
EIC 3550 | 15:49 Kraków Główny | 5h08 | 20:57 Gdańsk Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
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TLK 35171 · TLK 35171 | 0:36 Kraków Główny | 7h40 | 8:16 Gdańsk Główny | 1 change | |
TLK 35171 · EIP 1502 | 0:36 Kraków Główny | 9h25 | 10:01 Gdańsk Główny | 1 change | |
TLK 35171 · EIP 1500 | 0:36 Kraków Główny | 8h25 | 9:01 Gdańsk Główny | 1 change | |
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A major museum on the history of the Second World War, with extensive exhibitions that place Gdańsk in a wider European context.
Immersive museum tracing the Solidarity movement and the fall of communism, set beside the historic shipyard gates.
Museum in the birthplace of astronomer Johannes Hevelius, presenting Gdańsk’s science, interiors and patrician life.
The city’s most famous promenade, lined with grand townhouses, fountains and landmarks that capture historic Gdańsk.
Historic street forming part of the Royal Route, ideal for strolling past ornate façades, gates and small local shops.
Pedestrian bridge and riverside walkway with broad views of the Motława, the Main Town skyline and passing boats.
A rich fish soup from the Baltic coast, usually made with local fish and vegetables. It is a classic dish in Tri-City seafood restaurants.
Pan-fried Baltic herring, often served marinated, in cream, or with onions. Herring has long been central to Gdańsk and Pomeranian cooking.
Smoked Baltic fish such as sprat, mackerel, or salmon. Smoking is a traditional coastal preservation method and a staple local flavour.
Elegant restaurant focused on modern Polish cooking and seafood, with a refined but relaxed atmosphere near the old centre.
Casual venue specialising in pierogi with varied fillings. Popular for a quick, reliable taste of Polish comfort food.
Long-running traditional restaurant in the Main Town, serving Polish and Kashubian dishes in a cosy period interior.
More affordable than many major European city breaks. Dining, local transport and many hotels are reasonably priced, though Old Town stays cost more in peak summer.
Tipping is appreciated but not compulsory. In restaurants, 10% is common for good service. Round up in cafés and taxis, or add a small tip if service was helpful.
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Most Kraków to Gdańsk trains use the Kraków Główny to Gdańsk Główny station pair, with some services arriving at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Use this guide to compare Kraków and Gdańsk train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Gdańsk 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pierogarnia Mandu Centrum, Restauracja Gvara
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Gdańsk Stare Miasto, Scandic Gdańsk, Hotel Wolne Miasto.
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz is 4 km from Gdańsk city centre. Public transport options include:
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz 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: Pobitegary, Avocado Vegan Bistro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Szydlowski, Villa Vrest, Smart Hotel.
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