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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Kraków to Groningen
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€107
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€107
Fastest journey on Sep 23
20 h 31 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
20 h 31 m
Trains on Sep 23
1
Distance
986 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kraków to Groningen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Groningen will cost around €107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €107.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 1 trains from Kraków to Groningen, including 1 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 986 km distance in an average of 20 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 h 31 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest trains will take 20 h 31 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.
10:54 AM20h31Kraków7:25 AMGroningen€1071One-way0 transfers
- 10:54 AM20h31Kraków7:25 AMGroningen€1071One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Kraków to Groningen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €115 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 14h 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €115, while a train costs an average of €124.
Distance: 986 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€124 Average price | €115 Average price Cheapest | €222 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 56m Average total duration Fastest 14h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 13m Average total duration 17h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kraków to Groningen:
A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kraków to Groningen costing on average €124.
Other travel options to Groningen take longer:
Bus takes on average 17h 43m.
Live departures
Kraków to Groningen train times
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Groningen trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:54 AM Kraków | 20h31 | 7:25 AM Groningen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kraków to Groningen
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Netherlands
Trains from Kraków to Groningen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 14h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €58 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 986 km distance in 12h 33m.
Distance 986 km |
Average train duration 14h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €58 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 12h 33m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Kraków to Groningen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Kraków and Groningen from €58. 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.
FAQs: Trains from Kraków to Groningen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków to Groningen 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 Groningen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kraków to Groningen
Most Kraków to Groningen trains use the Kraków Główny to Groningen station pair, with some services arriving at Groningen Europapark. Use this guide to compare Kraków and Groningen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kraków station do trains to Groningen 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 Groningen station do trains from Kraków arrive at?
Getting to Groningen from Groningen city centre
Groningen train station facilities and services
Groningen 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: De Drie Gezusters, Mr. Mofongo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Groningen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Groningen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Groningen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Groningen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Groningen Hotel, The Student Hotel Groningen, City Hotel Groningen.
Getting to Groningen Europapark from Groningen city centre
Groningen Europapark is 1 km from Groningen city centre. Public transport options include:
Groningen Europapark train station facilities and services
Groningen Europapark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Groningen Europapark.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Groningen Europapark.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Groningen Europapark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Groningen Europapark: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen Europapark.
Groningen, Hoofdstation train station facilities and services
Groningen, Hoofdstation has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Groningen, Hoofdstation.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Groningen, Hoofdstation.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Groningen, Hoofdstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Groningen, Hoofdstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen, Hoofdstation.
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