Kraków to Rotterdam train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,EC,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kraków to Rotterdam

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 23 Sept

Cheapest price on 23 Sept

£76

Average ticket price on 23 Sept

£100

Fastest journey on 23 Sept

14 h 14 m

Average journey duration on 23 Sept

14 h 30 m

Trains on 23 Sept

11

Distance

1099 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Kraków to Rotterdam will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.

Fast trains

To travel from Kraków to Rotterdam you need to make at least 3 changes.

  • Deutsche BahnEC 54 · S5 · ICE 144 · IC 658
    4:1114h14
    Kraków Główny
    18:25Rotterdam Centraal
    £761One-way
    4 changes
  • Deutsche BahnEC 54 · S5 · ICE 144 · ICD 1860
    4:1114h37
    Kraków Główny
    18:48Rotterdam Centraal
    £761One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 132 · EC 230 · S5 · ICE 142
    5:5714h28
    Kraków Główny
    20:25Rotterdam Centraal
    £821One-way
    5 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 132 · EC 230 · S5 · ICE 142
    5:5714h51
    Kraków Główny
    20:48Rotterdam Centraal
    £821One-way
    4 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 132 · ICE 1558 · ICE 224 · IC 2872
    5:5715h43
    Kraków Główny
    21:40Rotterdam Centraal
    £901One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Kraków to Rotterdam

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £92 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 1.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £92, while a flight costs an average of £296.

Distance: 1099 km

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Train
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Coach
Flight
Driving

£126

Average Price

£92

Average Price

Cheapest

£296

Average Price

£221

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

15h 48m

Average total duration

15h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

21h 41m

Average total duration

21h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 53m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

11h 57m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.3 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.1 - 2.7kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

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The cheapest way to travel from Kraków to Rotterdam is a coach with an average price of £92.

This is compared to other travel options from Kraków to Rotterdam:

A coach is £35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kraków to Rotterdam costing on average £126.

A coach is £204 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kraków to Rotterdam costing on average £296.

The fastest way to travel from Kraków to Rotterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 53m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 15h 18m.

Coach takes on average 21h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Kraków and Rotterdam including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £126 compared to roughly £221 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £94. The journey takes 15h 18m versus 11h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Kraków to Rotterdam train times

The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Rotterdam trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn8:55 Kraków
21h15
6:10 Rotterdam0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn9:54 Kraków
19h50
5:44 Rotterdam0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn13:52 Kraków
20h18
10:10 Rotterdam0 changesdirect
Wednesday 23 September
Deutsche BahnTLK 35171 · EC 248 · S15 · ICE 6400:47 Kraków Główny
16h53
17:40 Rotterdam Centraal5 changes
Deutsche BahnEC 54 · S5 · ICE 144 · IC 658
On time
4:11 Kraków Główny
14h14
18:25 Rotterdam Centraal
4 changes
Deutsche BahnEC 54 · S5 · ICE 144 · ICD 1860
On time
4:11 Kraków Główny
14h37
18:48 Rotterdam Centraal
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 132 · EC 230 · S5 · ICE 1425:57 Kraków Główny
14h28
20:25 Rotterdam Centraal5 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 132 · EC 230 · S5 · ICE 1425:57 Kraków Główny
14h51
20:48 Rotterdam Centraal4 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 132 · ICE 1558 · ICE 224 · IC 28725:57 Kraków Główny
15h43
21:40 Rotterdam Centraal3 changes
Deutsche BahnEC 56 · S5 · ICE 140 · IC 674
On time
8:01 Kraków Główny
14h33
22:34 Rotterdam Centraal
4 changes
Deutsche BahnEC 56 · S5 · ICE 140 · IC 1776
On time
8:01 Kraków Główny
14h39
22:40 Rotterdam Centraal
3 changes
Deutsche BahnEIP 3508 · EC 46 · S15 · ICE 5448:02 Kraków Główny
15h38
23:40 Rotterdam Centraal5 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 3806 · Bus RE1 · RJ 174 · ICE 2098:38 Kraków Główny
22h32
7:10 Rotterdam Centraal8 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 134 · ICE 1554 · ICE 512 · 268349:45 Kraków Główny
20h29
6:14 Rotterdam Centraal7 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Kraków to Rotterdam

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Trains from Kraków to Rotterdam run on average 3 times per day, taking around 15h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.

The earliest train runs at 00:48, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 1099 km distance in 13h 3m.

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
Flight from £17
Distance
1099 km
Average train duration
15h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
£51
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
13h 3m
First train
0:48
Last train
23:54
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
1 day
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
Flight from £17

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Kraków to Rotterdam trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Kraków and Rotterdam from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
13h 3m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£51
Deutsche Bahn frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

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Things to do in Rotterdam

Discover the best of Rotterdam — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rotterdam trip today.

  • Must visit

Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen

Major museum with Dutch and European art from the Middle Ages to today. Visit for paintings, design and changing exhibitions in a landmark building.

  • Must visit

Kunsthal Rotterdam

Contemporary art museum in the Museumpark, known for bold installations, photography and fashion exhibitions in a striking silver building.

  • Recommended

Nederlands Fotomuseum

Museum on Dutch and international photography in former warehouse buildings on Wilhelminapier. Expect strong documentary and art photography shows.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are not cheap, but public transport is efficient and budget eats are easy to find.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or casual lunch.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change for cafés is appreciated.

FAQs: Kraków to Rotterdam train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Kraków to Rotterdam can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £51, while the average price tends to be around £126.
The train journey from Kraków to Rotterdam covers a distance of 1099 km and takes approximately 13h 3m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Kraków to Rotterdam is 1099 km.
The first train from Kraków to Rotterdam leaves at 0:48.
The last train from Kraków to Rotterdam departs at 23:54.
Trains from Kraków to Rotterdam run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Kraków to Rotterdam.
To get from Kraków to Rotterdam, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Kraków to Rotterdam.
The train station in Kraków that goes to Rotterdam is Kraków Główny, and it arrives at Rotterdam Centraal.
The cheapest way to get from Kraków to Rotterdam is by flight, costing approximately £17.
Booking trains from Kraków to Rotterdam in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Kraków to Rotterdam offers a blend of scenic views, particularly as it traverses the picturesque landscapes of Poland and the varied terrains of Germany. Passengers can enjoy the sight of rolling hills, charming villages, and lush countryside along the way.
A day trip from Kraków to Rotterdam is not feasible as the journey takes 13h 3m and the distance is 1099 km. Trains run 4 times per day.
In Rotterdam, visitors can explore the renowned Rotterdam Zoo, enjoy an exciting Spido Harbor Tour for views of the bustling port and skyline, and wander through the historic Delfshaven with its charming canals and quaint shops. For a vibrant atmosphere, Witte de Withstraat offers an eclectic mix of art galleries, trendy bars, and restaurants. Outdoor enthusiasts can head to Kralingse Bos for walking, cycling, and picnicking. Notable sights include the iconic Erasmus Bridge, the architecturally impressive Markthal, the unique Cube Houses, and Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, which features diverse artworks. The Euromast observation tower provides sweeping views of the city.
For an enriching experience in Rotterdam, 2 to 3 days are generally sufficient to explore its key attractions, such as the Markthal, the Cube Houses, and the Maritime Museum, while also enjoying its vibrant culinary scene and modern architecture.
Yes, you can take the train from Kraków to Rotterdam.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Kraków and Rotterdam

Most Kraków to Rotterdam trains use the Kraków Główny to Rotterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Rotterdam Noord. Use this guide to compare Kraków and Rotterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Kraków
Arrival train stations in Rotterdam

Which Kraków station do trains to Rotterdam leave from?

Trains from Kraków to Rotterdam leave from Kraków Główny. The station is 1 km from Kraków city centre at Pawia 5a, 31-154 Kraków, Poland.
Kraków GłównyPawia 5a, 31-154 Kraków, Poland+48 12 393 22 22WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Kraków Główny from Kraków city centre

Kraków Główny is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:

BusA1, A14, A40, A44, A56, A64 · 7m · £0.90 · every ~14 min
Tram3, 69 · 4m · every ~13 min

Kraków Główny train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Restauracja Browar Lubicz, Bistro Bene by Tomasz Leśniak

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Kraków Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Kraków Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Kraków Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Kraków Główny: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków Główny: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto, PURO Kraków Stare Miasto, Vienna House Andel's Cracow.

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