Szczecin to Kraków train with Deutsche Bahn (IC)

Wed, 05 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Szczecin to Kraków

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£20

Average price

£20

Fastest journey

6 h 58 m

Average duration

7 h 23 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

527 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Szczecin to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Szczecin to Kraków will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Szczecin for Kraków every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 527 km distance in an average of 7 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 58 m .

The slowest trains will take 7 h 42 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.

PKP Intercity
05:0011h49
Szczecin
16:49Kraków
£201One-way
0 changes
PKP Intercity
05:578h13
Szczecin
14:10Kraków
£201One-way
0 changes
PKP Intercity
06:447h51
Szczecin
14:35Kraków
£201One-way
0 changes
PKP Intercity
08:228h11
Szczecin
16:33Kraków
£201One-way
0 changes
PKP Intercity
10:487h42
Szczecin
18:30Kraków
£201One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Szczecin to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Szczecin to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £22.

Distance: 527 km

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Coach
Flight

£26

Average Price

£24

Average Price

Cheapest

£96

Average Price

7h 56m

Average total duration

7h 26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

9h 18m

Average total duration

8h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 34m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 34m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

-

CO2 emissions

0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.6 - 3.2kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Szczecin to Kraków train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday 4 November
Last updated at 23:03
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
PKP Intercity23:55 Szczecin
10h42
10:37 Kraków1 change
Wednesday 5 November
PKP Intercity05:00 Szczecin
11h49
16:49 Kraków0 changesdirect
PKP Intercity05:57 Szczecin
7h32
13:29 Kraków1 change
PKP Intercity05:57 Szczecin
8h13
14:10 Kraków0 changesdirect
PKP Intercity06:44 Szczecin
7h51
14:35 Kraków0 changesdirect
PKP Intercity08:22 Szczecin
6h58
15:20 Kraków1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Szczecin to Kraków

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Trains from Szczecin to Kraków run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
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 £18
Distance
527 km
Average train duration
7h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
6h 58m
First train
00:11
Last train
13:04
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 £18

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity from Szczecin to Kraków trainsDeutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Szczecin and Kraków from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 34m
Cheapest Price
£108
Deutsche Bahn frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

PKP Intercity

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 58m
Cheapest Price
£20
PKP Intercity frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Szczecin to Kraków train

FAQs: Travel by train from Szczecin to Kraków easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Szczecin to Kraków.
FAQs
The train distance from Szczecin to Kraków is 527 km.
The train journey from Szczecin to Kraków covers a distance of 527 km and takes approximately 6h 58m. Trains run 3 per day.
Booking trains from Szczecin to Kraków in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Szczecin to Kraków leaves at 0:11.
The cost of a train ticket from Szczecin to Kraków can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £26.
Yes, there is a direct train between Szczecin and Kraków. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by PKP Intercity.
The cheapest way to get from Szczecin to Kraków is by coach, costing approximately £18.
To get from Szczecin to Kraków, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The last train from Szczecin to Kraków departs at 13:04.
Trains from Szczecin to Kraków run approximately 3 times per day.
The train station in Szczecin that goes to Kraków is Szczecin Główny, and it arrives at Kraków Główny.
There is no night train service from Szczecin to Kraków.
Yes, you can take the train from Szczecin to Kraków.

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Important Stations and Airports in Szczecin and Kraków

Szczecin
Kraków
The major train station for departures in Szczecin is Szczecin Główny. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Szczecin Główny for your trip from Szczecin to Kraków.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
6
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Krzysztofa Kolumba Street.
Dining
Dining
  • Restauracja Wyszak
  • Restauracja Na Kuncu Korytarza
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • PLN 2
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Novotel Szczecin Centrum
  • Hotel Focus Szczecin
  • Ibis Szczecin Centrum
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • CarFree
  • CarWiz
  • Carsson
  • Express Rent a Car
  • RENTIS
  • YourRent
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to regional and international destinations
Public transport options for Szczecin Główny
  • Tram: Line 3, Line 6, Line 11
  • Bus: Several lines available
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