- Must visit
Rynek Underground Museum
Museum beneath the Main Square revealing medieval remains, trade history and immersive displays under the heart of the Old Town.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kyiv to Kraków
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 06 Nov
- Cheapest price on 06 Nov
- £70
- Average ticket price on 06 Nov
- £70
- Fastest journey on 06 Nov
- 10 h 48 m
- Average journey duration on 06 Nov
- 11 h
- Trains on 06 Nov
- 2
- Distance
- 753 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kyiv to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kyiv to Kraków will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
Fast trains
To travel from Kyiv to Kraków you need to make at least one change.
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11:29 10h48 Kyiv 22:17 Kraków £70 1 One-way 1 change19:30 11h12 Kyiv 6:42 Kraków £70 1 One-way 1 change
11:29 10h48 Kyiv 22:17 Kraków £70 1 One-way 1 change19:30 11h12 Kyiv 6:42 Kraków £70 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Kyiv to Kraków
Ukraine
Poland
Trains from Kyiv to Kraków run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £2 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:06, the last at 09:28. The fastest train covers the 753 km distance in 12h 5m.
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 £2
Distance 753 km |
Average train duration 12h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 12h 5m |
First train 8:06 |
Last train 9:28 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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 £2
Frequently asked questions about your Kyiv to Kraków trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Kyiv to Kraków.
The cost of a train ticket from Kyiv to Kraków can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £44, while the average price tends to be around £54.
The train from Kyiv to Kraków takes 12h 5m and runs once a day.
The train distance from Kyiv to Kraków is 753 km.
The first train from Kyiv to Kraków leaves at 8:06.
The last train from Kyiv to Kraków departs at 9:28.
Trains from Kyiv to Kraków run approximately 1 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Kyiv to Kraków.
Live departures
Kyiv to Kraków train times
The table below shows live departures for Kyiv to Kraków trains for today, Thursday 5 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:31 Kyiv | 11h11 | 7:42 Kraków | 1 change | |
| Friday 6 November | |||||
| 11:29 Kyiv | 10h48 | 22:17 Kraków | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Ukrainian Railways
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Ukrainian Railways Duration
12h 5m
Cheapest Ukrainian Railways Price
£44
Ukrainian Railways frequency
1 a day
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Kyiv and Kraków
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Kyiv to Kraków.
Yes, there is a night train from Kyiv to Kraków.
Complete guide to Kraków
Things to do in Kraków
Discover the best of Kraków — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kraków trip today.
- Must visit
Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
Former enamel factory with a powerful exhibition on Kraków under Nazi occupation and daily life during the Second World War.
- Recommended
National Museum in Kraków - Main Building
Major branch of the National Museum with Polish art from the nineteenth century onward, including celebrated paintings and decorative arts.
- Must visit
Rynek Główny
Kraków’s main square is a lively historic centre with the Cloth Hall, church façades and constant street life at all hours.
- Must visit
Kazimierz
Historic Jewish quarter with synagogues, courtyards, murals and a lively street scene that blends heritage with contemporary city life.
- Recommended
Planty Park
Broad green promenade planted where medieval walls once stood; ideal for walking between key sights around the Old Town.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Obwarzanek krakowski
Obwarzanek krakowski is Kraków’s iconic ring-shaped bread, boiled then baked and topped with poppy or sesame seeds. It is a protected local street-food classic.
Maczanka krakowska
Maczanka krakowska is roast pork in a caraway-spiced gravy, served in a bread roll. It is often called Kraków’s traditional answer to pulled pork sandwiches.
- Gluten-free
Kiełbasa krakowska
Kiełbasa krakowska is a smoked Polish sausage linked to Kraków, made from seasoned pork. It is prized for its firm texture and distinctive garlic-spice flavour.
Restauracja Pod Baranem
Traditional Polish restaurant near the Main Square, known for hearty classics, period interiors and folk-inspired atmosphere.
Andrus Food Truck
Casual venue specialising in maczanka krakowska and other local sandwiches. A good stop for classic Kraków street-food flavours.
Ariel
Well-known Jewish-style restaurant in Kazimierz serving Polish and regional dishes in a lively, rustic setting with evening music.
Polish złoty (zł)
Budget-friendly for city breaks; hotels, meals and public transport usually cost less than in major Western European tourist cities.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- zł25-40 for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- zł60-120 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- zł180+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- zł10-16 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
About 10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in cafés and taxis or add a small tip; check the bill for any service charge.
mKKM
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Prices
- Single ticket
- zł 6
- Day pass
- zł 26
To the city centre
Kraków Główny -> Rynek Główny, Kraków
- Distance
- 1.3 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Ticket machines are available in many trams and buses, and mobile apps such as mKKM are officially supported for ticket purchase.
- Rynek Główny is walkable from Kraków Główny. Allow about 15 min on foot if you are travelling light.
FAQs: Kyiv to Kraków train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kyiv 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.
Booking trains from Kyiv to Kraków in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Kyiv to Kraków.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kyiv and Kraków
Most Kyiv to Kraków trains use the Kyiv-Pasazhyrsky to Kraków Główny station pair. Use this guide to compare Kyiv and Kraków train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Kyiv
Arrival train stations in Kraków
Which Kyiv station do trains to Kraków leave from?
Trains from Kyiv to Kraków leave from Kyiv-Pasazhyrsky. The station is 3 km from Kyiv city centre at Vokzalna Square, 1, Kyiv, Ukraine, 02000.
Kyiv-PasazhyrskyVokzalna Square, 1, Kyiv, Ukraine, 02000+380 44 503 7005
City-centre transport
Getting to Kyiv-Pasazhyrsky from Kyiv city centre
Kyiv-Pasazhyrsky is 2 km from Kyiv city centre. Public transport options include:
Tram18 · 35m · every ~14 min
SubwayM1 · 8m · every ~34 min
Kyiv-Pasazhyrsky train station facilities and services
Kyiv-Pasazhyrsky 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: Idealist Coffee Company, Puzata Hata, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kyiv-Pasazhyrsky. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kyiv-Pasazhyrsky. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kyiv-Pasazhyrsky: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kyiv-Pasazhyrsky: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kyiv-Pasazhyrsky: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Kyiv, Premier Hotel Lybid, Ibis Kyiv Railway Station.
Which Kraków station do trains from Kyiv arrive at?
Trains from Kyiv to Kraków arrive at Kraków Główny. Kraków Główny is 1 km from Kraków city centre.
Kraków GłównyPawia 5a, 31-154 Kraków, Poland+48 12 393 22 22
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 · £1 · 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.
Train stations for Kyiv to Kraków
Check train stations information for Kyiv and Kraków, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Kyiv that goes to Kraków is Kyiv-Pasazhyrsky, and it arrives at Kraków Główny.
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