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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover to Kraków
- Cheapest price on Nov 07
- €45
- Average ticket price on Nov 07
- €90
- Fastest journey on Nov 07
- 10 h 17 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 07
- 10 h 46 m
- Trains on Nov 07
- 9
- Distance
- 755 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Kraków will cost around €90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
It's difficult to get from Hanover to Kraków without transferring at least once.
IC 2447 · EC 1356:37 AM 11h29 Hanover Hbf 6:06 PM Kraków Główny €45 1 One-way 1 transfer- IC 2031 · ICE 1553 · IC 8310+
KD 661585:37 AM 11h46 Hanover Hbf 5:23 PM Kraków Główny €48 1 One-way 4 transfers - ICE 1541 · 3304 · EC 59
3:07 AM 12h53 Hanover Hbf 4:00 PM Kraków Główny €54 1 One-way 2 transfers - ICE 703 · 3344 · EC 59+
828563:48 AM 12h12 Hanover Hbf 4:00 PM Kraków Główny €54 1 One-way 4 transfers - ICE 553 · EC 57
9:22 AM 10h37 Hanover Hbf 7:59 PM Kraków Główny €90 1 One-way 1 transfer
- ICE 557 · EC 55
1:22 PM 10h17 Hanover Hbf 11:39 PM Kraków Główny €100 1 One-way 1 transfer - ICE 553 · EC 57
9:22 AM 10h37 Hanover Hbf 7:59 PM Kraków Główny €90 1 One-way 1 transfer - ICE 787 · 3661 · ICE 1206 · EC 133
11:27 AM 10h41 Hanover Hbf 10:08 PM Kraków Główny €184 1 One-way 3 transfers - ICE 555 · EC 231 · IC 8302
11:22 AM 10h46 Hanover Hbf 10:08 PM Kraków Główny €100 1 One-way 2 transfers - IC 2447 · EC 135
6:37 AM 11h29 Hanover Hbf 6:06 PM Kraków Główny €45 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanover to Kraków
Germany
Poland
Trains from Hanover to Kraków run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 755 km distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 755 km |
Average train duration 9h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 30m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Hanover to Kraków train times
The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Kraków trains for today, Friday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:20 AM Hanover | 9h48 | 5:08 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:31 AM Hanover | 9h31 | 6:02 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:04 AM Hanover | 9h56 | 7:00 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:31 AM Hanover | 9h31 | 7:02 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:36 AM Hanover | 11h02 | 8:38 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:36 AM Hanover | 10h35 | 9:11 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:31 PM Hanover | 13h05 | 4:36 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:09 PM Hanover | 12h27 | 4:36 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, November 7 | |||||
IC 2031 · ICE 1553 · IC 8310+ 5675 | On time 5:37 AM Hanover Hbf | 11h46 | 5:23 PM Kraków Główny | 4 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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.
Leo Express
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Hanover and Kraków
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Hanover to Kraków
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover 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 Hanover to Kraków
Most Hanover to Kraków trains use the Hannover Hbf to Kraków Główny station pair, with some services arriving at Kraków Płaszów Railway Station. Use this guide to compare Hanover and Kraków train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hanover station do trains to Kraków leave from?
Getting to Hannover Hbf from Hanover city centre
Hannover Hbf train station facilities and services
Hannover Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Balzac Coffee, Burger King, McDonald's, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, asiahung, Mr. CLOU, Nordsee, Starbucks, Pizza Hut, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hannover Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the main entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hannover Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hannover Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Hbf: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Mussmann, IntercityHotel Hannover, Hotel Loccumer Hof.
Getting to Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof from Hanover city centre
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof train station facilities and services
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Öz Antalya Kebap, Ricklinger Döner, China-Imbiss Jasmin, Coimbra
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. ATMs are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Information desks are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Which Kraków station do trains from Hanover 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.
Getting to Kraków Płaszów Railway Station from Kraków city centre
Kraków Płaszów Railway Station is 3 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków Płaszów Railway Station train station facilities and services
Kraków Płaszów Railway Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kraków Płaszów Railway Station. ATMs are located near the entrance hall.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kraków Płaszów Railway Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kraków Płaszów Railway Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków Płaszów Railway Station: Elevators and ramps available for wheelchairs.
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