Krakow to Elsterwerda by train

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Overview: trains from Krakow to Elsterwerda

Find the key information for travelling by train from Krakow to Elsterwerda, 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 05:51 View journey
Last train 10:40 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 5hr 26m View journey
Distance (km) 478
Trains / day 9 View all
Cheapest journey £84.29 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 11m
Train operators 2

Taking the train from Krakow to Elsterwerda

So you’re considering going from Krakow to Elsterwerda by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Krakow and Elsterwerda

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically £84.29, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Train timetable for travel between Krakow and Elsterwerda

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Krakow to Elsterwerda by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 05:51

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 10:40

  • First daily departure (weekend): 05:51

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 10:40

  • Average number of daily trains: 9 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 2 minutes

Travel time and distance between Krakow and Elsterwerda

The route’s fastest journey takes 5 hours and 26 minutes, covering a total of 478 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Krakow and Elsterwerda

Tickets for travel between Krakow and Elsterwerda can be booked 6 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Maximising your travels to Elsterwerda

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Elsterwerda.

FAQs about the train journey from Krakow to Elsterwerda

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

The total distance between Krakow and Elsterwerda is 478 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.