Krakow to Dortmund by train

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Overview: trains from Krakow to Dortmund

Find the key information for travelling by train from Krakow to Dortmund, 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 00:01 View journey
Last train 23:34 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 10hr 57m View journey
Distance (km) 892
Trains / day 27 View all
Cheapest journey €42.53 View journey
Avg journey time 14hr 19m
Train operators 18

Travelling by train from Krakow to Dortmund

Ready to travel from Krakow to Dortmund by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Krakow to Dortmund

Getting from Krakow to Dortmund by rail typically costs €42.53, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Krakow to Dortmund departure frequency and train timetable

With 27 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 10 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 00:06 and the last one is at 23:34. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 00:01, with the last one at 22:14.

Average train travel time and distance from Krakow to Dortmund

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 10 hours and 57 minutes, spanning 892 kilometres in total.

When are tickets between Krakow and Dortmund available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Krakow and Dortmund can be purchased 6 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Making the most of your Krakow to Dortmund travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Dortmund.

FAQs about the train journey from Krakow to Dortmund

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

The train route from Krakow to Dortmund covers 892 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.