1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lubin to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a flight costs an average of £72.
Distance: 302 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price | £49 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 59m Average total duration 14h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lubin to Kraków:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lubin to Kraków costing on average £21.
A coach is £55 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lubin to Kraków costing on average £72.
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 38m.
Flight takes on average 14h 59m.
Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £49 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £28. The journey takes 4h 3m versus 3h 38m 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.
Direct services run with PKP Intercity.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Lubin to Kraków run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:01, the last at 13:37. The fastest train covers the 302 km distance in 3h 49m.
Distance 302 km |
Average train duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 49m |
First train 8:01 |
Last train 13:37 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
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Discover the best of Kraków — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kraków trip today.
Museum beneath the Main Square revealing medieval remains, trade history and immersive displays under the heart of the Old Town.
Former enamel factory with a powerful exhibition on Kraków under Nazi occupation and daily life during the Second World War.
Major branch of the National Museum with Polish art from the nineteenth century onward, including celebrated paintings and decorative arts.
Kraków’s main square is a lively historic centre with the Cloth Hall, church façades and constant street life at all hours.
Historic Jewish quarter with synagogues, courtyards, murals and a lively street scene that blends heritage with contemporary city life.
Broad green promenade planted where medieval walls once stood; ideal for walking between key sights around the Old Town.
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 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.
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.
Traditional Polish restaurant near the Main Square, known for hearty classics, period interiors and folk-inspired atmosphere.
Casual venue specialising in maczanka krakowska and other local sandwiches. A good stop for classic Kraków street-food flavours.
Well-known Jewish-style restaurant in Kazimierz serving Polish and regional dishes in a lively, rustic setting with evening music.
Budget-friendly for city breaks; hotels, meals and public transport usually cost less than in major Western European tourist cities.
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.
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Kraków Główny -> Rynek Główny, Kraków
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lubin 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.

Most Lubin to Kraków trains use the Lubin to Kraków Główny station pair. Use this guide to compare Lubin and Kraków train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lubin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Lubin.
Ticket office support is available at Lubin. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Lubin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lubin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lubin: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astone Conference & Spa, Hotel Baron.
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.
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