How to get to Kraków from Gdynia

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Compare train, coach and flight for Gdynia to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gdynia to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a flight costs an average of £221.

Distance: 505 km

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£54

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£221

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6h 28m

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5h 58m

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6h 15m

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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Compare ways to travel from Gdynia to Kraków

Compare the available ways to get from Gdynia to Kraków, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Gdynia to Kraków is a coach with an average price of £36.

This is compared to other travel options from Gdynia to Kraków:

A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gdynia to Kraków costing on average £54.

A coach is £186 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gdynia to Kraków costing on average £221.

The fastest way to travel from Gdynia to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 24m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 28m.

Coach takes on average 11h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Gdynia and Kraków including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 17m faster (5h 58m by train vs 6h 15m by car) and roughly £28 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£54 vs £81). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Gdynia to Kraków

How to get to Kraków from Gdynia by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Gdynia to Kraków is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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  • BuzzFR 236
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  • Deutsche BahnEIP 5306
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  • Deutsche BahnEIP 8300
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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
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  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3816 · LO3905
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  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3816 · LO3919
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  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3816 · LO3923
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Best day trips from Kraków by train

The most popular day trips by train from Kraków are Warsaw, Zakopane, Katowice, Wrocław and Rzeszów. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Kraków on Omio.

A view of Warsaw

Day trip from Kraków to Warsaw by train

Why visit Warsaw for the day?

Warsaw is Poland’s capital, known for its reconstructed Old Town and a skyline that reflects decades of change. Its mix of royal heritage, wartime memory and modern city life gives it a resilient, energetic character.

A view of Katowice

Day trip from Kraków to Katowice by train

Why visit Katowice for the day?

Katowice is a Silesian city known for its industrial heritage and modern cultural scene. Former mining sites now frame museums, music venues and bold public spaces.

A view of Wrocław

Day trip from Kraków to Wrocław by train

Why visit Wrocław for the day?

Wrocław is known for its handsome market square, island churches and the bronze gnomes dotted across the city. Built on the Oder and linked by many bridges, it feels youthful and relaxed while reflecting a layered Central European history.

A view of Rzeszów

Day trip from Kraków to Rzeszów by train

Why visit Rzeszów for the day?

Rzeszów is a compact regional capital in south-eastern Poland, known for its market square, universities and aviation links. The old town and modern business districts give it a youthful, practical feel.

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FAQs: Gdynia to Kraków

Travel 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 Gdynia to Kraków.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Gdynia and Kraków including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Gdynia to Kraków is a coach with an average price of £36.

This is compared to other travel options from Gdynia to Kraków:

A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gdynia to Kraków costing on average £54.

A coach is £186 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gdynia to Kraków costing on average £221.

The fastest way to travel from Gdynia to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 24m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 28m.

Coach takes on average 11h 3m.

The Gdynia to Kraków distance is approximately 505 km.
The average frequency per day from Gdynia to Kraków is:
  • Around 27 flights per day.
  • Around 14 coaches per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gdynia and Kraków as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Gdynia to Kraków:
  • Flights mostly depart from Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
  • Trains mostly depart from Gdynia Główna and arrive in Kraków Główny.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Gdynia, Dworzec Autobusowy and arrive in Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gdynia to Kraków, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Kraków by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s. to go to Kraków by train.
  • Travel with Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Helvetic Airways, Air Baltic, Buzz, Brussels Airlines, Swiss, Eurowings to go to Kraków by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Gdynia to Kraków with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
  • 4 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s..
  • 1 direct flights per day with Buzz.
Omio customers who travel from Gdynia to Kraków often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Warsaw, Vienna, Zakopane, Budapest. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kraków and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Gdynia to Kraków, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Kraków, you can visit the solemn Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, and explore the Wieliczka Salt Mine with its intricate salt sculptures. Discover the vibrant street art in the Kazimierz district and enjoy a walk along the Vistula River. The Kraków Cloth Hall offers local crafts and souvenirs. Best sights include Wawel Castle, Main Market Square, and St. Mary's Basilica. Experience the historic Jewish quarter of Kazimierz and delve into World War II history at Schindler's Factory.
Three days in Kraków is ideal to explore its historic sites, vibrant culture, and charming neighbourhoods, including the Wawel Castle, Main Market Square, and Kazimierz district.

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