4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Kraków to Łódź
Cheapest price on Sep 15
€48
Average ticket price on Sep 15
€48
Fastest journey on Sep 15
4 h 12 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
4 h 28 m
Trains on Sep 15
3
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kraków to Łódź is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Łódź will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
It's difficult to get from Kraków to Łódź without transferring at least once.
TLK 35171 · LKA 1928412:28 AM4h38Kraków Główny5:06 AMŁódź Widzew€481One-way1 transfer- TLK 37102 · IC 4129 · IR 111247:08 AM4h35Kraków Główny11:43 AMŁódź€481One-way2 transfers
- TLK 37102 · IC 4129 · IC 56207:08 AM4h12Kraków Główny11:20 AMŁódź Widzew€481One-way2 transfers
- TLK 37102 · IC 4129 · IC 56207:08 AM4h12Kraków Główny11:20 AMŁódź Widzew€481One-way2 transfers
- TLK 37102 · IC 4129 · IR 111247:08 AM4h35Kraków Główny11:43 AMŁódź€481One-way2 transfers
- TLK 35171 · LKA 1928412:28 AM4h38Kraków Główny5:06 AMŁódź Widzew€481One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Kraków to Łódź
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Łódź among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, while a train costs an average of €51.
Distance: 191 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€51 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m 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 Łódź:
A bus is €34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kraków to Łódź costing on average €51.
Other travel options to Łódź take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 11m.
Live departures
Kraków to Łódź train times
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Łódź trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLK 35171 · LKA 19284 | 12:28 AM Kraków Główny | 4h38 | 5:06 AM Łódź Widzew | 1 transfer | |
| TLK 37102 · IC 4129 · IR 11124 | 7:08 AM Kraków Główny | 4h35 | 11:43 AM Łódź | 2 transfers | |
| TLK 37102 · IC 4129 · IC 5620 | 7:08 AM Kraków Główny | 4h12 | 11:20 AM Łódź Widzew | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kraków to Łódź
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Trains from Kraków to Łódź run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 191 km |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 12:14 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity from Kraków to Łódź trainsDeutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Kraków and Łódź from €12. 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 Kraków to Łódź
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków to Łódź 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 Łódź, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kraków to Łódź
Most Kraków to Łódź trains use the Kraków Główny to Łódź Widzew station pair, with some services arriving at Łódź Kaliska. Use this guide to compare Kraków and Łódź train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kraków station do trains to Łódź 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 Łódź station do trains from Kraków arrive at?
Getting to Łódź Widzew from Łódź city centre
Łódź Widzew is 5 km from Łódź city centre. Public transport options include:
Łódź Widzew train station facilities and services
Łódź Widzew has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Łódź Widzew.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Łódź Widzew.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Łódź Widzew: Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Łódź Widzew: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Łódź Widzew.
Getting to Łódź Kaliska from Łódź city centre
Łódź Kaliska is 2 km from Łódź city centre. Public transport options include:
Łódź Kaliska train station facilities and services
Łódź Kaliska 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 Polska, Manekin Łódź
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Łódź Kaliska. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Łódź Kaliska. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Łódź Kaliska: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Łódź Kaliska: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Łódź Kaliska: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Tobaco, Hotel Reymont, Hotel Focus Łódź.
Getting to Łódź Fabryczna from Łódź city centre
Łódź Fabryczna is 2 km from Łódź city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Łódź Fabryczna train station facilities and services
Łódź Fabryczna has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Łódź Fabryczna.
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