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Rynek Underground Museum
Museum beneath the Main Square revealing medieval remains, trade history and immersive displays under the heart of the Old Town.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£43
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£90
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
12 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
13 h 49 m
Trains on 20 Sept
4
Distance
747 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Memmingen to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Memmingen to Kraków will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
To travel from Memmingen to Kraków you need to make at least one change.
78938 · IC 416
78938 · IC 406 · EC 431
78918 · ICE 1508 · S5 · 33775
57507 · 3877 · RJX 65 · EC 202
57507 · 3877 · RJX 65 · EC 202
78918 · ICE 1508 · S5 · 33775
78938 · IC 406 · EC 431
78938 · IC 416Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Memmingen to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £73 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £73, while a flight costs an average of £92.
Distance: 747 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£77 Average Price | £92 Average Price | £73 Average Price Cheapest | £125 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 20m Average total duration 11h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 15h 30m Average total duration 15h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Memmingen to Kraków:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Memmingen to Kraków costing on average £77.
A coach is £19 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Memmingen to Kraków costing on average £92.
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 50m.
Coach takes on average 15h 0m.
Tickets start at around £77 compared to roughly £125 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £48. The journey takes 11h 50m versus 10h 13m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Memmingen to Kraków trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
78968 · RJX 63 · EC 102 · IC 217 | 6:11 Memmingen Bahnhof | 13h53 | 20:04 Kraków Główny | 3 changes | |
57505 · 3875 · RJX 63 · EC 102 | 7:07 Memmingen Bahnhof | 12h57 | 20:04 Kraków Główny | 4 changes | |
ECE 95 · EC 1213 · EC 202 | 8:02 Memmingen Bahnhof | 13h25 | 21:27 Kraków Główny | 2 changes | |
57507 · 3877 · RJX 65 · EC 202 | 9:07 Memmingen Bahnhof | 12h20 | 21:27 Kraków Główny | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Memmingen to Kraków run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 747 km distance in 10h 28m.
Distance 747 km |
Average train duration 11h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 10h 28m |
First train 0:17 |
Last train 23:50 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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 Memmingen 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 Memmingen to Kraków trains use the Memmingen Bahnhof to Kraków Główny station pair. Use this guide to compare Memmingen and Kraków train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Memmingen Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Memmingen Bahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Memmingen Bahnhof. Information desks are available at Memmingen Bahnhof.
Luggage storage is available at Memmingen Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Memmingen Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Memmingen Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Memmingen Bahnhof.
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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