The cheapest and fastest trains from Ostrava to Kraków
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ostrava to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ostrava to Kraków will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 10 trains that leave Ostrava for Kraków on Wed, Dec 03, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 03 the direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
On Wed, Dec 03 the slowest trains will take 3 h 1 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.
LE411-PL
LE411-PL
RJ 1023 (Prague -> Přemyšl)
EC 106
EC 115
R 345 · R 213
R 345 · R 213
EC 113
EC 113
LE411-PLTravel Information
Compare train and bus for Ostrava to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ostrava to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €2, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 121 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€14 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ostrava to Kraków train times
The table below shows live departures for Ostrava to Kraków trains for today, Tuesday, December 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 113 | 8:50 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2h26 | 11:16 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 113 | 8:50 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2h26 | 11:16 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 345 · R 213 | 8:54 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2h22 | 11:16 AM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
R 345 · R 213 | 8:54 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2h22 | 11:16 AM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
EC 106 | 10:05 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 3h16 | 1:21 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 106 | 10:05 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 3h16 | 1:21 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 115 | 12:50 PM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 3h12 | 4:02 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, December 3 | |||||
RJ 1023 (Prague -> Přemyšl) | 12:05 AM Ostrava-Svinov station | 3h32 | 3:37 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ostrava to Kraków
Trains from Ostrava to Kraków run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €2 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 121 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Leo Express, Regiojet from Ostrava to Kraków trainsDeutsche Bahn, Leo Express, Regiojet trains will get you between Ostrava and Kraków from €2. 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
Leo Express
FAQs: Trains from Ostrava to Kraków
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ostrava 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.

When departing from Ostrava, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Ostrava hlavní nádraží, Ostrava-Svinov station, Ostrava-Stodolní, Ostrava-Vítkovice, Ostrava, střed nádraží and Ostrava-Mariánské Hory nádraží. When arriving in Kraków, you can end your route in train stations like Kraków Główny, Krakow Glowny (Dworzec autobusowy Bosacka 18) and Kraków Płaszów Railway Station.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Ostrava hlavní nádraží, which is located around 2 miles (3.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Kraków Główny, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ostrava to Kraków
- 4:30 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Nádražní street.
- Restaurant Slunečnice
- Pivnice U Rady
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Maria
- Hotel Brioni
- Mercure Ostrava Center Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Slovakia, Poland, Austria, and regional destinations
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Peterkova street.
- Restaurant U Dvoraka
- Pizzeria Coloseum
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Clarion Congress Hotel Ostrava
- Hotel Jan Maria
- Hotel Akord
- Located in the main hall
- Auto Europe
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 3, Line 4, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from ul. Bosacka.
- Restauracja Browar Lubicz
- Pod Wawelem
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- PLN 2
- Hotel Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto
- Vienna House Andel's Cracow
- PURO Kraków Stare Miasto
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Slovakia, Czech Republic, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Tram: Lines 3, 10, 19
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Pawia Street.
- Restauracja Browar Lubicz
- Bistro Bene by Tomasz Leśniak
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Hotel Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto
- PURO Kraków Stare Miasto
- Vienna House Andel's Cracow
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-10 for long-distance and international trains
- Tram: Lines 3, 5, 19, 50
- Bus: Several lines available
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