The cheapest and fastest trains from Kraków to Gdańsk
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€64
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€82
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 56 m
Trains on Sep 18
22
Distance
485 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kraków to Gdańsk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Gdańsk will cost around €82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €64.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 22 trains from Kraków to Gdańsk, including 7 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 485 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 51 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 4 h 59 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.
EIP 355211:02 AM4h59Kraków Główny4:01 PMGdańsk Główny€641One-way0 transfers
EIP 3106 · EIP 45069:01 AM5h00Kraków Główny2:01 PMGdańsk Główny€641One-way1 transfer
EIP 350412:03 PM4h58Kraków Główny5:01 PMGdańsk Główny€641One-way0 transfers
EIP 350610:02 AM4h59Kraków Główny3:01 PMGdańsk Główny€641One-way0 transfers
EIP 35088:02 AM4h59Kraków Główny1:01 PMGdańsk Główny€641One-way0 transfers
EIP 35106:03 AM4h51Kraków Główny10:54 AMGdańsk Główny€641One-way0 transfers
EIP 38002:03 PM4h51Kraków Główny6:54 PMGdańsk Główny€641One-way0 transfers
EIP 350412:03 PM4h58Kraków Główny5:01 PMGdańsk Główny€641One-way0 transfers
EIP 355211:02 AM4h59Kraków Główny4:01 PMGdańsk Główny€641One-way0 transfers
EIP 350610:02 AM4h59Kraków Główny3:01 PMGdańsk Główny€641One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Kraków to Gdańsk
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Gdańsk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €26 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 56m. 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 €26, while a flight costs an average of €92.
Distance: 485 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€69 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest | €92 Average price | €88 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | 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 Gdańsk:
A bus is €43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kraków to Gdańsk costing on average €69.
A bus is €66 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kraków to Gdańsk costing on average €92.
Other travel options to Gdańsk take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 44m.
Bus takes on average 7h 56m.
Live departures
Kraków to Gdańsk train times
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Gdańsk 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EIP 3510 | 6:03 AM Kraków Główny | 4h51 | 10:54 AM Gdańsk Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EIP 3510 · EIP 4508 | 6:03 AM Kraków Główny | 5h58 | 12:01 PM Gdańsk Główny | 1 transfer | |
IC 142 · EIP 4508 | 6:11 AM Kraków Główny | 5h50 | 12:01 PM Gdańsk Główny | 1 transfer | |
IC 142 · EIP 3508 | 6:11 AM Kraków Główny | 6h50 | 1:01 PM Gdańsk Główny | 1 transfer | |
EIP 3108 · EIP 4508 | 7:02 AM Kraków Główny | 4h59 | 12:01 PM Gdańsk Główny | 1 transfer | |
EIP 3108 · EIP 3508 | 7:02 AM Kraków Główny | 5h59 | 1:01 PM Gdańsk Główny | 1 transfer | |
EIP 3508 | 8:02 AM Kraków Główny | 4h59 | 1:01 PM Gdańsk Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EIP 3508 · EIP 3506 | 8:02 AM Kraków Główny | 6h59 | 3:01 PM Gdańsk Główny | 1 transfer | |
EIP 3508 · EIP 4506 | 8:02 AM Kraków Główny | 5h59 | 2:01 PM Gdańsk Główny | 1 transfer | |
EIP 3106 · EIP 4506 | 9:01 AM Kraków Główny | 5h00 | 2:01 PM Gdańsk Główny | 1 transfer | |
EIP 3106 · EIP 3506 | 9:01 AM Kraków Główny | 6h00 | 3:01 PM Gdańsk Główny | 1 transfer | |
EIP 3506 | 10:02 AM Kraków Główny | 4h59 | 3:01 PM Gdańsk Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EIP 3552 | 11:02 AM Kraków Główny | 4h59 | 4:01 PM Gdańsk Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EIP 3504 | 12:03 PM Kraków Główny | 4h58 | 5:01 PM Gdańsk Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
TLK 3829 · EIC 4504 | 12:16 PM Kraków Główny | 5h45 | 6:01 PM Gdańsk Główny | 1 transfer | |
TLK 3829 | 12:16 PM Kraków Główny | 5h59 | 6:15 PM Gdańsk Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
TLK 35171 · TLK 35171 | 12:28 AM Kraków Główny | 7h48 | 8:16 AM Gdańsk Główny | 1 transfer | |
TLK 35171 · EIP 1500 | 12:28 AM Kraków Główny | 8h33 | 9:01 AM Gdańsk Główny | 1 transfer | |
TLK 35171 · EIP 1502 | 12:28 AM Kraków Główny | 9h33 | 10:01 AM Gdańsk Główny | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Kraków to Gdańsk by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Sep 17
Sep 18
Sep 19
Sep 20
Sep 21
Sep 22
Sep 23
Sep 24
Sep 25
Sep 26
Sep 27
Sep 28
Sep 29
Sep 30
Oct 01
Oct 02
Oct 03
Oct 04
Oct 05
Oct 06
Oct 07
Why should you book Kraków to Gdańsk trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of RegioJet a.s., Koleje Śląskie or PKP Intercity to find the best option for your trip from Kraków to Gdańsk.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Kraków to Gdańsk.
Why book with Omio over Trainline or Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of RegioJet a.s., Koleje Śląskie or PKP Intercity to find the best option for your trip from Kraków to Gdańsk.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Kraków to Gdańsk.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Kraków to Gdańsk
Trains from Kraków to Gdańsk run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €64 but you can travel from only €18 by flight.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 485 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 485 km |
Average train duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €64 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s., Koleje Śląskie, PKP Intercity from Kraków to Gdańsk trainsDeutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s., Koleje Śląskie, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Kraków and Gdańsk from €18. 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.
RegioJet a.s.
Koleje Śląskie
PKP Intercity
FAQs: Trains from Kraków to Gdańsk
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków to Gdańsk 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 Gdańsk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kraków to Gdańsk
Most Kraków to Gdańsk trains use the Kraków Główny to Gdańsk Główny station pair, with some services arriving at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Use this guide to compare Kraków and Gdańsk train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kraków station do trains to Gdańsk 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 Gdańsk station do trains from Kraków arrive at?
Getting to Gdańsk Główny from Gdańsk city centre
Gdańsk Główny train station facilities and services
Gdańsk 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pierogarnia Mandu Centrum, Restauracja Gvara
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Gdańsk Stare Miasto, Scandic Gdańsk, Hotel Wolne Miasto.
Getting to Gdańsk Wrzeszcz from Gdańsk city centre
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz is 4 km from Gdańsk city centre. Public transport options include:
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz train station facilities and services
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz 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: Pobitegary, Avocado Vegan Bistro
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Szydlowski, Villa Vrest, Smart Hotel.
Most popular train connections from Kraków
More options for your journey from Kraków to Gdańsk
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need


