How to get to Leipzig from Kraków

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Compare coach, train and flight for Kraków to Leipzig

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 0m. 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 £49, while a flight costs an average of £385.

Distance: 551 km

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Driving

£57

Average Price

£49

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Cheapest

£385

Average Price

£91

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(fuel + tolls)

8h 50m

Average total duration

8h 20m

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30m

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10h 43m

Average total duration

10h 13m

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30m

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5h 0m

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3h 0m

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2h 0m

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6h 6m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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0.6 - 1.4kg

CO2 emissions

1.7 - 3.3kg

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FlixBus

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Lufthansa

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Kraków to Leipzig is a coach with an average price of £49.

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

A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kraków to Leipzig costing on average £57.

A coach is £337 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kraków to Leipzig costing on average £385.

The fastest way to travel from Kraków to Leipzig is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 0m.

Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 50m.

Coach takes on average 10h 43m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Kraków and Leipzig including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £57 compared to roughly £91 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £34. The journey takes 8h 20m versus 6h 6m 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.

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from Kraków to Leipzig

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche BahnIC 132
    5:577h07
    Kraków Główny
    13:04Leipzig Hbf
    £361One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnIC 132
    5:577h07
    Kraków Główny
    13:04Leipzig Hbf
    £361One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1369 · LH158
    19:353h35
    John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    23:10Leipzig/Halle Airport
    £2941One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnTLK 3829 · EC 42 · ICE 699
    12:1610h31
    Kraków Główny
    22:47Leipzig Hbf
    £361One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnTLK 38106 · EC 40 · ICE 905
    14:1710h39
    Kraków Główny
    0:56Leipzig Hbf
    £361One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 132 · S4
    5:577h17
    Kraków Główny
    13:14Leipzig Markt
    £391One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    13:1513h00
    Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    2:15Leipzig, Hbf
    £381One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    20:5513h00
    Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    9:55Leipzig, Hbf
    £381One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:3513h05
    Kraków, Airport
    22:40Leipzig, Hbf
    £421One-way
    1 change
  • LufthansaLH1367 · LH156
    14:054h05
    John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    18:10Leipzig/Halle Airport
    £2941One-way
    1 change
  • LufthansaLH1365 · LH156
    13:055h05
    John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    18:10Leipzig/Halle Airport
    £2941One-way
    1 change
  • LufthansaLH1363 · LH156
    11:057h05
    John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    18:10Leipzig/Halle Airport
    £2941One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Leipzig by train

The most popular day trips by train from Leipzig are Berlin, Dresden, Peißen bei Halle, Saale, Chemnitz and Erfurt. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Leipzig on Omio.

A view of Berlin

Day trip from Leipzig to Berlin by train

Why visit Berlin for the day?

Berlin is Germany’s capital, known for its layered history and creative, straightforward character. The Brandenburg Gate, museum collections and traces of the Berlin Wall sit among green spaces, varied districts and a strong nightlife culture.

A view of Dresden

Day trip from Leipzig to Dresden by train

Why visit Dresden for the day?

Dresden is known for its baroque skyline, major art collections and the restored Frauenkirche. Set on the Elbe, it balances a grand historic centre with lively modern districts.

A view of Chemnitz

Day trip from Leipzig to Chemnitz by train

Why visit Chemnitz for the day?

Chemnitz is a Saxon city known for its industrial heritage, modernist buildings and engineering tradition. The Karl Marx Monument, varied museums and a steadily renewing centre give it a practical, cultural character.

A view of Erfurt

Day trip from Leipzig to Erfurt by train

Why visit Erfurt for the day?

Erfurt is known for its well-preserved medieval centre, especially the Krämerbrücke and the Mariendom. As the capital of Thuringia, it feels compact and historic, with a calm atmosphere shaped by trade and learning.

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FAQs: Kraków to Leipzig

Travel to Leipzig 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 Kraków to Leipzig.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Kraków and Leipzig including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Kraków to Leipzig is a coach with an average price of £49.

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

A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kraków to Leipzig costing on average £57.

A coach is £337 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kraków to Leipzig costing on average £385.

The fastest way to travel from Kraków to Leipzig is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 0m.

Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 50m.

Coach takes on average 10h 43m.

The Kraków to Leipzig distance is approximately 551 km.
The average frequency per day from Kraków to Leipzig is:
  • Around 14 coaches per day.
  • Around 12 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Kraków to Leipzig:
  • Flights mostly depart from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice and arrive in Leipzig/Halle Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Kraków Główny and arrive in Leipzig Hbf.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA and arrive in Leipzig, Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kraków to Leipzig, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, braathens regional aviation, Air Baltic, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines to go to Leipzig by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Leipzig by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Leo Express to go to Leipzig by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Kraków to Leipzig with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
Omio customers who travel from Kraków to Leipzig often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Prague, Paris, Vienna, Przemyśl. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leipzig and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Kraków to Leipzig, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Leipzig, explore the vibrant Karl-Heine-Straße with its eclectic mix of shops, cafes, and street art. Attend a world-class performance at the Leipzig Opera House or enjoy a serene escape at the Leipzig Botanical Garden. Discover contemporary German history at the Zeitgeschichtliches Forum and take a leisurely boat tour along Leipzig's canals. Visit St. Thomas Church, associated with Johann Sebastian Bach, and explore the modern Leipzig Zoo. Don't miss the Monument to the Battle of the Nations and the Leipzig Panometer, or admire European art at the Museum of Fine Arts.
A visit to Leipzig typically requires about 2 to 3 days to explore its main attractions, including the St. Thomas Church, Leipzig Zoo, and the Museum of Fine Arts.

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