How to get from Krakow to Warsaw

How to Get

Jul 8

About traveling from Krakow to Warsaw

Both Krakow and Warsaw are beautiful historical cities that embody the Poland’s dark past and vibrant future. In each, you can enjoy beautiful architecture, fascinating histories, and of course, pierogis. Between Krakow and Warsaw are some exceptional sights that are rich in history and importance. Along the way you might wish to pay your respects at Auschwitz, the concentration camp that symbolizes the atrocities committed during World War 2. You can also stop at the Konewka Bunker, one of Hitler’s three main command centers that has since been converted into a museum. Make this journey truly unforgettable by booking a private car transfer with Daytrip.

How to get from Krakow to Warsaw

If you’re travelling from Krakow to Warsaw, you have several travel options. For travelers on a budget, the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Krakow to Warsaw. The fastest way to travel from Krakow to Warsaw is by train, though a car is of course the best way to travel from Krakow to Warsaw since it’s so convenient. It’s also possible to take a flight from Krakow to Warsaw, but with airport waiting times it is an expensive option that doesn’t end up saving you much time.

Krakow to Warsaw by train

To travel from Krakow to Warsaw, you’ll need to get to the Krakow Glowny train station and purchase a ticket to Warszawa Centralna, or you can buy your tickets in advance online. The earliest train is at 12:21 AM and the last train is at 9:57 PM, with trains departing hourly. The train from Krakow to Budapest is operated by Polish Railways Intercity Transfers, with train tickets from Krakow to Warsaw costing 30 EUR on average. The distance from Krakow to Warsaw is about 292 km. Trains have bathrooms on board, and usually offer a dining car.

Krakow to Warsaw by bus

There are two main bus companies that provide service from Krakow to Warsaw for as little as 3 EUR, Flixbus and Ecolines. All busses leave from Krakow’s main station, Dworzec Autobusowy, but from there you can choose to go to a few different stations in Warsaw including Plac Defilad, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Mlociny, Metro Wilanowska, and Warsaw Dw. Zachodni. No matter which station in Warsaw you choose, the 292 km journey takes about 4 and a half hours by bus. Busses depart every hour from Krakow, the earliest train leaving at 12:05 AM and the last one departing at 6:10 PM. You can buy your tickets at the station, although it's recommended to get these online in advance. All options offer direct service from Krakow to Warsaw.

Krakow to Warsaw by flight

To travel by plane, you need to get to John Paul 2 International airport in Krakow. As usual with flights, you’ll want to buy your tickets in advance. For travelling such a short distance, only direct flights make sense. The plane tickets cost around €50 for the 55 minute flight from Krakow to Warsaw, so it is more expensive than taking a bus or a train and doesn’t save you too much time if you arrive at the airport 2 hours before the flight, as recommended.

Krakow to Warsaw by Private Car Transfer

For speed and convenience, a private car transfer with Daytrip is the best way to travel from Krakow to Warsaw. You will be picked up at your accommodation, and the driver will take care of your luggage. You’ll then be able to enjoy door-to-door service to your accommodation in Warsaw, and can even add sightseeing stops on the way!