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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Kraków to Białystok
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€62
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€79
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 56 m
Trains on Sep 18
12
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kraków to Białystok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Białystok will cost around €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 12 trains from Kraków to Białystok, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 407 km distance in an average of 4 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 18 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 5 h 46 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.
TLK 31102 · IC 35224:43 AM5h06Kraków Główny9:49 AMBiałystok station€621One-way1 transfer- IC 1426:11 AM4h18Kraków Główny10:29 AMBiałystok station€621One-way0 transfers
- IC 35224:00 AM5h49Kraków Główny9:49 AMBiałystok station€621One-way0 transfers
- TLK 35171 · IC 100012:28 AM7h21Kraków Główny7:49 AMBiałystok station€641One-way1 transfer
- TLK 31102 · IC 1424:43 AM5h46Kraków Główny10:29 AMBiałystok station€851One-way1 transfer
- IC 1426:11 AM4h18Kraków Główny10:29 AMBiałystok station€621One-way0 transfers
- EIP 3510 · IC 1426:03 AM4h26Kraków Główny10:29 AMBiałystok station€851One-way1 transfer
- TLK 31102 · IC 35224:43 AM5h06Kraków Główny9:49 AMBiałystok station€621One-way1 transfer
- TLK 31102 · IC 35224:43 AM5h06Kraków Główny9:49 AMBiałystok station€851One-way1 transfer
- TLK 31102 · IC 1424:43 AM5h46Kraków Główny10:29 AMBiałystok station€851One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Kraków to Białystok
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Białystok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, while a train costs an average of €66.
Distance: 407 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€66 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Kraków to Białystok:
A bus is €38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kraków to Białystok costing on average €66.
Other travel options to Białystok take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 39m.
Live departures
Kraków to Białystok train times
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Białystok trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 3528 · IC 6126 | 12:07 PM Kraków Główny | 5h41 | 5:48 PM Białystok station | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| TLK 35171 · IC 1000 | 12:28 AM Kraków Główny | 7h21 | 7:49 AM Białystok station | 1 transfer | |
| TLK 35171 · IC 1002 | 12:28 AM Kraków Główny | 7h59 | 8:27 AM Białystok station | 1 transfer | |
| TLK 35171 · IC 1000 | 12:28 AM Kraków Główny | 7h21 | 7:49 AM Białystok station | 1 transfer | |
| TLK 35171 · IC 3522 | 12:28 AM Kraków Główny | 9h21 | 9:49 AM Białystok station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3522 | 4:00 AM Kraków Główny | 5h49 | 9:49 AM Białystok station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TLK 31102 · IC 142 | 4:43 AM Kraków Główny | 5h46 | 10:29 AM Białystok station | 1 transfer | |
| TLK 31102 · IC 3522 | 4:43 AM Kraków Główny | 5h06 | 9:49 AM Białystok station | 1 transfer | |
| TLK 31102 · IC 3522 | 4:43 AM Kraków Główny | 5h06 | 9:49 AM Białystok station | 1 transfer | |
| TLK 31102 · IC 6132 | 4:43 AM Kraków Główny | 7h06 | 11:49 AM Białystok station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kraków to Białystok
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Trains from Kraków to Białystok run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €62 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 407 km distance in 4h 14m.
Distance 407 km |
Average train duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €62 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 14m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Leo Express, PKP Intercity from Kraków to Białystok trainsDeutsche Bahn, Leo Express, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Kraków and Białystok from €14. 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.
Leo Express
PKP Intercity
FAQs: Trains from Kraków to Białystok
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków to Białystok 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 Białystok, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kraków to Białystok
Most Kraków to Białystok trains use the Kraków Główny to Białystok station pair. Use this guide to compare Kraków and Białystok train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kraków station do trains to Białystok leave from?
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.
Which Białystok station do trains from Kraków arrive at?
Getting to Białystok from Białystok city centre
Białystok is 1 km from Białystok city centre. Public transport options include:
Białystok train station facilities and services
Białystok 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: Restaurant Esperanto, Kawelin
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Białystok. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Białystok. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Białystok: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Białystok: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Białystok.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Branicki, Best Western Hotel Cristal, Hotel Golebiewski.
Most popular train connections from Kraków
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