Prague to Krakow by train

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Overview: trains from Prague to Krakow

Find the key information for travelling by train from Prague to Krakow, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:08 View journey
Last train 23:09 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 5hr 48m View journey
Distance (km) 392
Trains / day 13 View all
Cheapest journey AU$173.74 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 45m
Train operators 7

Prague to Krakow by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Prague to Krakow? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 392 kilometres.

Train cost from Prague to Krakow

Ready to book tickets from Prague to Krakow? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Prague and Krakow typically run AU$173.74.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit AU$184.

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to AU$181.

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 6 months in advance.

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Prague to Krakow train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 06:08.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:09.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 06:08.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 23:09.

  • 13 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 6 minutes.

Average train travel time from Prague to Krakow

The quickest time by train is 5 hours and 48 minutes, travelling a total distance of 392 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Prague and Krakow?

You can secure tickets for travel between Prague and Krakow up to 6 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

More information on train travel from Prague to Krakow

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Krakow city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Prague to Krakow

Want to know more about your journey from Prague to Krakow? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The trip from Prague to Krakow covers a distance of 392 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.