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The cheapest and fastest trains from Białystok to Kraków
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
€62
Average price
€62
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
407 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Białystok to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Białystok to Kraków will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Białystok for Kraków on Wed, Nov 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 407 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 5 h 3 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.
07:14AM4h55
Białystok12:09PMKraków
€621One-way
0 transfers
08:14AM5h03
Białystok01:17PMKraków
€621One-way
0 transfers
07:14AM4h55
Białystok12:09PMKraków
€621One-way
0 transfers
08:14AM5h03
Białystok01:17PMKraków
€621One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Białystok to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Białystok to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €62.
Distance: 407 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€64 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest |
5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Białystok to Kraków train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 8:46 PM
Last updated at 8:46 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:14 AM Białystok | 4h55 | 12:09 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:14 AM Białystok | 5h03 | 1:17 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Białystok to Kraków
PolandPoland
Trains from Białystok to Kraków run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €62 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
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
Bus from €16
Distance 407 km |
Average train duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €62 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 20:16 |
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
Bus from €16
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity from Białystok to Kraków trainsDeutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Białystok and Kraków from €16. 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
4h 45m
Cheapest Price
€62
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.
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.
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.
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
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
€19
PKP Intercity frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Trains from Białystok to Kraków
FAQs: Travel by train from Białystok 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 Białystok to Kraków.
Cheap train tickets from Białystok to Kraków can start from as little as €56 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Białystok to Kraków is €61; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Białystok to Kraków train time is 4 h 23 min covering the 407 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Białystok to Kraków leaves at 07: 14. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Białystok to Kraków leaves at 17: 07.
There are 5 trains a day from Białystok to Kraków which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or PKP Intercity. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Białystok to Kraków train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn or PKP Intercity. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Białystok to Kraków to compare what amenities they may offer.
A trip to Kraków from Białystok is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 23 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Białystok to Kraków by train is October.
You have options as you can travel from Białystok to Kraków 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Białystok to Kraków
Białystok
Kraków
The major train station for departures in Białystok is Białystok. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Białystok for your trip from Białystok to Kraków.
Białystok
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from ul. Kolejowa.
Dining
- Restaurant Esperanto
- Kawelin
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
WC
- PLN 2
Hotel
- Hotel Branicki
- Best Western Hotel Cristal
- Hotel Golebiewski
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
Public transit options for Białystok
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2
The major train station for arrivals in Kraków is Kraków Główny. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kraków Główny for your journey to Kraków from Białystok.
Kraków Główny
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 kmNumber of platforms
10Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Pawia Street.
Dining
- Restauracja Browar Lubicz
- Bistro Bene by Tomasz Leśniak
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- PLN 2
Hotel
- Hotel Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto
- PURO Kraków Stare Miasto
- Vienna House Andel's Cracow
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-10 for long-distance and international trains
Public transit options for Kraków Główny
- Tram: Lines 3, 5, 19, 50
- Bus: Several lines available
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