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POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews
Powerful museum documenting the history of Polish Jews through immersive galleries and important cultural context.
Cheapest price on 11 Oct
£8
Average ticket price on 11 Oct
£36
Fastest journey on 11 Oct
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 11 Oct
2 h 15 m
Trains on 11 Oct
35
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kraków to Warsaw is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Warsaw will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Sun 11 Oct, we found 35 trains from Kraków to Warsaw, including 35 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 253 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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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EIP 3510Trains from Kraków to Warsaw run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 but you can travel from only £2 by coach.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 253 km distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 253 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:54 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Warsaw trains for today, Saturday 10 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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EIP 3510 | 6:03 Kraków Główny | 2h17 | 8:20 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 142 | 6:11 Kraków Główny | 2h33 | 8:44 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 3108 | 7:02 Kraków Główny | 2h18 | 9:20 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
LE401-PL | 7:41 Kraków Główny | 2h15 | 9:56 Warsaw | 0 changesdirect | |
LE401-PL | 7:41 Kraków Główny | 2h42 | 10:23 Warszawa Wschodnia Osobowa | 0 changesdirect | |
LE401-PL | 7:41 Kraków Główny | 2h10 | 9:51 Warszawa Zachodnia station | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 3508 | 8:02 Kraków Główny | 2h18 | 10:20 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 3106 | 9:01 Kraków Główny | 2h19 | 11:20 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 3506 | 10:02 Kraków Główny | 2h18 | 12:20 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 3552 | 11:02 Kraków Główny | 2h18 | 13:20 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 3504 | 12:03 Kraków Główny | 2h17 | 14:20 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
TLK 3829 | 12:16 Kraków Główny | 2h36 | 14:52 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3528 | 12:22 Kraków Główny | 3h30 | 15:52 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 3800 | 14:03 Kraków Główny | 2h18 | 16:21 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
LE411-PL | 14:32 Kraków Główny | 2h20 | 16:52 Warsaw | 0 changesdirect | |
LE411-PL | 14:32 Kraków Główny | 2h15 | 16:47 Warszawa Zachodnia station | 0 changesdirect | |
LE411-PL | 14:32 Kraków Główny | 2h27 | 16:59 Warszawa Wschodnia Osobowa | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 3104 | 15:02 Kraków Główny | 2h18 | 17:20 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIC 3550 | 16:00 Kraków Główny | 2h20 | 18:20 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 3502 | 17:03 Kraków Główny | 2h17 | 19:20 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIC 3150 | 18:01 Kraków Główny | 2h19 | 20:20 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 4161 | 18:16 Kraków Główny | 2h52 | 21:08 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
LE413-PL | 18:53 Kraków Główny | 2h16 | 21:09 Warszawa Zachodnia station | 0 changesdirect | |
LE413-PL | 18:53 Kraków Główny | 2h23 | 21:16 Warsaw | 0 changesdirect | |
LE413-PL | 18:53 Kraków Główny | 2h34 | 21:27 Warszawa Wschodnia Osobowa | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 3102 | 19:03 Kraków Główny | 2h17 | 21:20 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 3100 | 20:03 Kraków Główny | 2h17 | 22:20 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3112 | 20:22 Kraków Główny | 2h46 | 23:08 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
TLK 38170 | 21:49 Kraków Główny | 4h04 | 1:53 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3125 | 22:03 Kraków Główny | 2h33 | 0:36 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
TLK 35171 | 0:28 Kraków Główny | 4h10 | 4:38 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
LE419-PL | 3:39 Kraków Główny | 2h57 | 6:36 Warsaw | 0 changesdirect | |
LE419-PL | 3:39 Kraków Główny | 3h08 | 6:47 Warszawa Wschodnia Osobowa | 0 changesdirect | |
LE419-PL | 3:39 Kraków Główny | 2h48 | 6:27 Warszawa Zachodnia station | 0 changesdirect | |
TLK 31102 | 4:43 Kraków Główny | 2h37 | 7:20 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
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Powerful museum documenting the history of Polish Jews through immersive galleries and important cultural context.
Major national art museum with Polish and European painting, decorative arts and a noted Faras Gallery.
Interactive museum telling the story of the 1944 uprising through objects, testimonies and multimedia displays.
Historic market square lined with colourful townhouses, street performers and easy access to Old Town lanes.
Elegant royal route street linking key churches, palaces and monuments, best explored on foot between Old Town and centre.
Large city park with peacocks, lakeside paths and the Palace on the Isle, offering one of Warsaw's best walks.
Hearty rye soup with fermented starter, sausage and egg, often served in a bread bowl. A classic Polish Easter and everyday comfort dish.
Pan-fried dumplings with fillings such as meat, cabbage and mushrooms, or potato and cheese. A staple of Polish home cooking and festive tables.
Slow-cooked hunter’s stew of sauerkraut, fresh cabbage and assorted meats. It is one of Poland’s most traditional and robust national dishes.
Refined Polish dining by the Royal Castle, focusing on seasonal ingredients and elegant interpretations of national cuisine.
Historic, traditional restaurant near the Old Town serving Polish classics in an old-fashioned, atmospheric interior.
Long-established Warsaw institution known for Polish dishes, cakes and a grand dining room with a classic city-centre feel.
Moderate for Europe: rooms, dining and public transport are usually cheaper than in Western European capitals, though central hotels and top restaurants cost more.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków to Warsaw 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 Warsaw, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kraków to Warsaw trains use the Kraków Główny to Warszawa Centralna station pair, with some services arriving at Warszawa Zachodnia. Use this guide to compare Kraków and Warsaw 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.
Warszawa Centralna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Strefa Centralna, Restauracja Halka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Centralna. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Centralna. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Centralna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Centralna: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Centralna: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warsaw Marriott Hotel, InterContinental Warsaw, Novotel Warszawa Centrum.
Warszawa Zachodnia is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa Zachodnia 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: Restaurant Warszawski Lukier, Bistro Trojka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel, Campanile Varsovie, Golden Tulip Warsaw Centre.
Warszawa Wschodnia is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa Wschodnia 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: Mateusz Gessler Restaurant, Bistro Praga
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Wschodnia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Wschodnia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hetman, Hotel Wiatraczna, Hotel Praski.
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