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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Saarbrücken to Kraków
- Cheapest price on Oct 30
- €90
- Average ticket price on Oct 30
- €114
- Fastest journey on Oct 30
- 13 h 44 m
- Average journey duration on Oct 30
- 14 h 42 m
- Trains on Oct 30
- 3
- Distance
- 936 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saarbrücken to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saarbrücken to Kraków will cost around €114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €90.
It's difficult to get from Saarbrücken to Kraków without transferring at least 3 times.
ICE 563 · ICE 374 · ICE 1559 · EC 1338:27 AM 13h44 Saarbrücken Hbf 10:11 PM Kraków Główny €90 1 One-way 3 transfers- 4102 · ICE 690 · S42 · 33775
9:47 AM 13h52 Saarbrücken Hbf 11:39 PM Kraków Główny €101 1 One-way 4 transfers - ICE 372 · S15 · EC 249 · TLK 53171
10:58 AM 16h30 Saarbrücken Hbf 3:28 AM Kraków Główny €151 1 One-way 4 transfers
- ICE 563 · ICE 374 · ICE 1559 · EC 133
8:27 AM 13h44 Saarbrücken Hbf 10:11 PM Kraków Główny €90 1 One-way 3 transfers - 4102 · ICE 690 · S42 · 33775
9:47 AM 13h52 Saarbrücken Hbf 11:39 PM Kraków Główny €101 1 One-way 4 transfers - ICE 372 · S15 · EC 249 · TLK 53171
10:58 AM 16h30 Saarbrücken Hbf 3:28 AM Kraków Główny €151 1 One-way 4 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Saarbrücken to Kraków
Germany
Poland
Trains from Saarbrücken to Kraków run on average 4 times per day, taking around 14h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 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 12h 15m.
Distance 936 km |
Average train duration 14h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 12h 15m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 10:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
Live departures
Saarbrücken to Kraków train times
The table below shows live departures for Saarbrücken to Kraków trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 563 · ICE 374 · ICE 1559 · EC 133 | On time 8:27 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 13h44 | 10:11 PM Kraków Główny | 3 transfers | |
| 4102 · ICE 690 · S42 · 33775 | On time 9:47 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 13h52 | 11:39 PM Kraków Główny | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 372 · S15 · EC 249 · TLK 53171 | Delayed 11:37 AM 10:58 AMSaarbrücken Hbf | 16h30 | 3:28 AM Kraków Główny | 4 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Saarbrücken and Kraków
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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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