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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.
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov) · R 1105 (Brno -> Bohumín)+
LE413-PL
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov) · R 1105 (Brno -> Bohumín)+
LE411-PL
SC 505 · EC 204
RJ 1023 (Prague -> Přemyšl)
EC 117
RJ 1023 (Prague -> Přemyšl)
LE411-PL
EC 117
EC 113
EC 113Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pardubice to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £26.
Distance: 297 km
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £44 Average Price |
5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Pardubice to Kraków trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Os 5003 · EC 113 | 6:21 Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží | 5h59 | 12:20 Kraków Główny | 1 change | |
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov) · R 1105 (Brno -> Bohumín)+ IC 213 | 6:40 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h40 | 12:20 Kraków Główny | 2 changes | |
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov) · R 1105 (Brno -> Bohumín)+ IC 206 | 6:40 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 6h51 | 13:31 Kraków Główny | 2 changes | |
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov) · R 1105 (Brno -> Bohumín)+ LE413-PL | 6:40 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 11h59 | 18:39 Kraków Główny | 2 changes | |
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov) · R 1105 (Brno -> Bohumín)+ LE411-PL | 6:40 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 7h38 | 14:18 Kraków Główny | 2 changes | |
EC 113 | 7:11 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h09 | 12:20 Kraków Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 113 | 7:11 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h09 | 12:20 Kraków Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 123 · EC 206 | 8:11 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h20 | 13:31 Kraków Główny | 1 change | |
LE411-PL | 9:22 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 4h56 | 14:18 Kraków Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 115 | 11:11 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h29 | 16:40 Kraków Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 115 | 11:11 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h29 | 16:40 Kraków Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
SC 505 · EC 204 | 12:28 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h26 | 17:54 Kraków Główny | 1 change | |
LE413-PL | 13:22 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h17 | 18:39 Kraków Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
Os 5014 · EC 117 | 14:08 Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží | 6h06 | 20:14 Kraków Główny | 1 change | |
EC 117 | 15:11 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h03 | 20:14 Kraków Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
SC 511 · IC 202 | 16:28 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h19 | 21:47 Kraków | 1 change | |
LE419-PL | 22:22 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h16 | 3:38 Kraków Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1023 (Prague -> Přemyšl) | 22:50 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 4h46 | 3:36 Kraków Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
EN 443 | 23:25 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 7h57 | 7:22 Kraków Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Pardubice to Kraków run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 297 km distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 297 km |
Average train duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:55 |
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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 Pardubice 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 Pardubice to Kraków trains use the Pardubice hlavní nádraží to Kraków Główny station pair, with some services arriving at Krakow Glowny (Dworzec autobusowy Bosacka 18). Use this guide to compare Pardubice and Kraków train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pardubice hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Pardubice city centre. Public transport options include:
Pardubice hlavní nádraží 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: Restaurant U Dvou Kohoutků, Café Bajer
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pardubice hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pardubice hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pardubice hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pardubice hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pardubice hlavní nádraží: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Arnost Garni, Hotel Zlatá Štika, Hotel Labe.
Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží is 1 km from Pardubice city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží.
ATMs are available at Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží.
Available at Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží: Parking.
Available at Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží.
Pardubice-Rosice nad Labem is 2 km from Pardubice city centre. Public transport options include:
Pardubice-Rosice nad Labem has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Pardubice-Rosice nad Labem.
ATMs are available at Pardubice-Rosice nad Labem.
Available at Pardubice-Rosice nad Labem: Parking, WC.
Available at Pardubice-Rosice nad Labem: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pardubice-Rosice nad Labem.
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.
Krakow Glowny (Dworzec autobusowy Bosacka 18) is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Krakow Glowny (Dworzec autobusowy Bosacka 18) 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, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restauracja Browar Lubicz, Pod Wawelem
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Krakow Glowny (Dworzec autobusowy Bosacka 18). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Krakow Glowny (Dworzec autobusowy Bosacka 18). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Krakow Glowny (Dworzec autobusowy Bosacka 18): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Krakow Glowny (Dworzec autobusowy Bosacka 18): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Krakow Glowny (Dworzec autobusowy Bosacka 18): Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto, Vienna House Andel's Cracow, PURO Kraków Stare Miasto.
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