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Compare train and bus for Saarbrücken to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saarbrücken to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €75 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 14h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €75, while a train costs an average of €82.
Distance: 936 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€82 Average price | €75 Average price Cheapest | €166 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 38m Average total duration Fastest 14h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 11m Average total duration 18h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 47m 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 Saarbrücken to Kraków:
A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saarbrücken to Kraków costing on average €82.
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Bus takes on average 18h 41m.
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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 Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to find the best option for your trip from Saarbrücken to Kraków.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saarbrücken to Kraków
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Poland
Trains from Saarbrücken to Kraków run on average 5 times per day, taking around 14h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €50 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 936 km distance in 13h 44m.
Distance 936 km |
Average train duration 14h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €50 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 13h 44m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 10:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Saarbrücken to Kraków trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Saarbrücken and Kraków from €50. 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Saarbrücken to Kraków
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saarbrücken 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Saarbrücken to Kraków
Most Saarbrücken to Kraków trains use the Saarbrücken Hbf to Kraków Główny station pair. Use this guide to compare Saarbrücken and Kraków train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Saarbrücken station do trains to Kraków leave from?
Getting to Saarbrücken Hbf from Saarbrücken city centre
Saarbrücken Hbf train station facilities and services
Saarbrücken Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Il Giardino, Eiscafe Jesolo, Pizza Hut, Brauhaus zum Stiefel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Saarbrücken Hbf. ATMs are available at Saarbrücken Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Saarbrücken Hbf. Information desks are available at Saarbrücken Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Saarbrücken Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Saarbrücken Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Saarbrücken Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saarbrücken Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Saarbrücken City Centre Hotel, Mercure SB City, Europa Hotel Saarbrücken, Hotel Stadt Hamburg Saarbrücken.
Which Kraków station do trains from Saarbrücken arrive at?
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.
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