How to get to Kraków from Gothenburg

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Compare train, coach and flight for Gothenburg to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £105 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £105, while a flight costs an average of £278.

Distance: 997 km

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£278

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Compare ways to travel from Gothenburg to Kraków

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

The cheapest way to travel from Gothenburg to Kraków is a coach with an average price of £105.

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

A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gothenburg to Kraków costing on average £133.

A coach is £174 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg to Kraków costing on average £278.

The fastest way to travel from Gothenburg to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 27m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 19h 51m.

Coach takes on average 23h 38m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Gothenburg and Kraków including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 11h 25m sooner (3h 27m by flight vs 14h 52m by car) and save roughly £32 compared to fuel and tolls (£278 vs £310). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Gothenburg to Kraków

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

Our recommendation

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

  • RyanairFR 4011
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  • RyanairFR 4011
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  • RyanairFR 4011
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Other options

  • Deutsche BahnR 1039 · RJ 385 · S3 · S75
    6 changes
  • Deutsche BahnR 1071 · ECE 397 · ICE 873 · 3520
    4 changes
  • Deutsche BahnR 1043 · RJ 385 · S3 · S75
    7 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 changes
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO496 · LO3905
    1 change
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO496 · LO3919
    1 change
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO496 · LO3923
    1 change

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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: Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg to Kraków.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Gothenburg and Kraków including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Gothenburg to Kraków is a coach with an average price of £105.

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

A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gothenburg to Kraków costing on average £133.

A coach is £174 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg to Kraków costing on average £278.

The fastest way to travel from Gothenburg to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 27m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Train takes on average 19h 51m.

Coach takes on average 23h 38m.

The Gothenburg to Kraków distance is approximately 997 km.
The average frequency per day from Gothenburg to Kraków is:
  • Around 51 flights per day.
  • Around 14 coaches per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg to Kraków:
  • Flights mostly depart from Göteborg-Landvetter Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
  • Trains mostly depart from Gothenburg Centralstation and arrive in Kraków Główny.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen and arrive in Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gothenburg to Kraków, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Sindbad to go to Kraków by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Kraków by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, KLM, Sas Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Air France, Brussels Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa City Airlines, Ryanair, Austrian Airlines, Buzz, Air Baltic, British Airways, Swiss to go to Kraków by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Gothenburg to Kraków with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct coaches per day with Sindbad.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Buzz.
Omio customers who travel from Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg 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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