The cheapest and fastest trains from Tarnów to Kraków
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€12
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€22
Fastest journey on Sep 19
40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
43 m
Trains on Sep 19
18
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tarnów to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarnów to Kraków will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 18 trains from Tarnów to Kraków, including 18 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 44 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.
LE2322:19 PM0h52Tarnów station3:11 PMKraków€121One-way0 transfers
IC 37161:29 PM0h57Tarnów station2:26 PMKraków Główny€231One-way0 transfers
TLK 331041:45 PM1h02Tarnów station2:47 PMKraków Główny€231One-way0 transfers
IC 381412:55 PM0h45Tarnów station1:40 PMKraków Główny€231One-way0 transfers
IC 231088:39 AM0h46Tarnów station9:25 AMKraków Główny€231One-way0 transfers
IC 11410:25 AM0h40Tarnów station11:05 AMKraków Główny€231One-way0 transfers
IC 1348:57 AM0h43Tarnów station9:40 AMKraków Główny€231One-way0 transfers
IC 37182:57 PM0h43Tarnów station3:40 PMKraków Główny€231One-way0 transfers
IC 36004:52 PM0h43Tarnów station5:35 PMKraków Główny€231One-way0 transfers
EC 5810:56 AM0h44Tarnów station11:40 AMKraków Główny€231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Tarnów to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tarnów to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 75 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€23 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m 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 Tarnów to Kraków:
A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tarnów to Kraków costing on average €23.
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 15m.
Live departures
Tarnów to Kraków train times
The table below shows live departures for Tarnów to Kraków trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LE232 | 2:19 PM Tarnów station | 0h52 | 3:11 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3603 | 5:28 PM Tarnów station | 0h50 | 6:18 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 33112 | 6:44 PM Tarnów station | 1h00 | 7:44 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 23111 | 7:00 PM Tarnów station | 0h47 | 7:47 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3604 | 7:06 PM Tarnów station | 0h48 | 7:54 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 417 | On time 7:43 PM Tarnów station | 0h59 | 8:42 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 430 | On time 8:35 PM Tarnów station | 0h46 | 9:21 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
IC 33110 | 8:33 AM Tarnów station | 0h45 | 9:18 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 23108 | 8:39 AM Tarnów station | 0h46 | 9:25 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 134 | 8:57 AM Tarnów station | 0h43 | 9:40 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3810 | 9:39 AM Tarnów station | 0h49 | 10:28 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 114 | 10:25 AM Tarnów station | 0h40 | 11:05 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 58 | On time 10:56 AM Tarnów station | 0h44 | 11:40 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 23113 | 11:25 AM Tarnów station | 0h55 | 12:20 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3812 | 11:39 AM Tarnów station | 0h48 | 12:27 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3814 | 12:55 PM Tarnów station | 0h45 | 1:40 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3716 | 1:29 PM Tarnów station | 0h57 | 2:26 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
TLK 33104 | 1:45 PM Tarnów station | 1h02 | 2:47 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tarnów to Kraków
Trains from Tarnów to Kraków run on average 5 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:58, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 41m.
Distance 75 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 3:58 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Leo Express, PKP Intercity from Tarnów to Kraków trainsDeutsche Bahn, Leo Express, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Tarnów and Kraków from €5. 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.
Leo Express
PKP Intercity
FAQs: Trains from Tarnów to Kraków
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarnów 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 Tarnów to Kraków
Most Tarnów to Kraków trains use the Tarnów to Kraków Główny station pair, with some services arriving at Kraków Płaszów Railway Station. Use this guide to compare Tarnów and Kraków train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Tarnów station do trains to Kraków leave from?
Getting to Tarnów from Tarnów city centre
Tarnów is 1 km from Tarnów city centre. Public transport options include:
Tarnów train station facilities and services
Tarnów 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 Tarnów.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Tarnów.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tarnów: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tarnów: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tarnów.
Which Kraków station do trains from Tarnów 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.
Getting to Kraków Płaszów Railway Station from Kraków city centre
Kraków Płaszów Railway Station is 3 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków Płaszów Railway Station train station facilities and services
Kraków Płaszów Railway Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kraków Płaszów Railway Station. ATMs are located near the entrance hall.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kraków Płaszów Railway Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kraków Płaszów Railway Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków Płaszów Railway Station: Elevators and ramps available for wheelchairs.
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