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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gliwice to Kraków
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gliwice to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gliwice to Kraków will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 2 trains that leave Gliwice for Kraków on Wed, Aug 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 94 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.
IC 63008:51 AM1h12Gliwice station10:03 AMKraków Główny€271One-way0 transfers- IC 833110:02 AM1h25Gliwice station11:27 AMKraków Główny€271One-way0 transfers
- IC 63008:51 AM1h12Gliwice station10:03 AMKraków Główny€271One-way0 transfers
- IC 833110:02 AM1h25Gliwice station11:27 AMKraków Główny€271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Gliwice to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gliwice to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 94 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€28 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Gliwice to Kraków train times
The table below shows live departures for Gliwice to Kraków trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 431 | Delayed 3:03 AM 5:03 AMGliwice station | 1h30 | 4:33 AM 4:33 AMKraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 416 | Delayed 3:46 AM 5:46 AMGliwice station | 1h36 | 5:22 AM 5:22 AMKraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 8314 | 12:59 PM Gliwice station | 1h14 | 2:13 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 8312 | 2:04 PM Gliwice station | 1h29 | 3:33 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 59 | On time 2:48 PM Gliwice station | 1h18 | 4:06 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 6300 | 8:51 AM Gliwice station | 1h12 | 10:03 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 8331 | 10:02 AM Gliwice station | 1h25 | 11:27 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gliwice to Kraków
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Trains from Gliwice to Kraków run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 94 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 94 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 10:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity from Gliwice to Kraków trainsDeutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Gliwice and Kraków from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
PKP Intercity
FAQs: Trains from Gliwice to Kraków
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gliwice to Kraków by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kraków, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gliwice to Kraków
Most Gliwice to Kraków trains use the Gliwice to Kraków Główny station pair. Use this guide to compare Gliwice and Kraków train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gliwice station do trains to Kraków leave from?
Getting to Gliwice from Gliwice city centre
Gliwice train station facilities and services
Gliwice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restauracja Trzy Światy, Restauracja Pod Ratuszem
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gliwice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gliwice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gliwice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gliwice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gliwice: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Diament Plaza Gliwice, Qubus Hotel Gliwice, Hotel Malinowski.
Which Kraków station do trains from Gliwice arrive at?
Getting to Kraków Główny from Kraków city centre
Kraków Główny is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków Główny train station facilities and services
Kraków Główny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restauracja Browar Lubicz, Bistro Bene by Tomasz Leśniak
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kraków Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kraków Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kraków Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kraków Główny: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto, PURO Kraków Stare Miasto, Vienna House Andel's Cracow.
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