How to travel from Zagreb to Kraków, Poland

The distance between Zagreb and Kraków is around 618km (384 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 30m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Zagreb to Kraków by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out KrakówZagreb if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Zagreb (ZAG) to Krakow (KRK).

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Flight time1h 50m
  • Typical cost
    PLN 1,715($355)
Operated by

Croatia Airlines

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train
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Train

Take the train to Graz Hbf and then to Krakow Glowny.

  • Duration12h 40m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    PLN 415($86)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Kraków Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.

  • Duration12h 40m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    PLN 195($40)

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car
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Drive

Drive to Kraków.

  • Duration8h 5m
  • Distance826km (513 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Zagreb and Kraków

There are several options for getting from Zagreb to Kraków by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around PLN 5 ($1) and will take around 13h 60m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately PLN 1,715 ($355).

The distance between Zagreb and Kraków is around 618km (384 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 557km (346 miles)

It takes around 2h 30m to get from Zagreb and Kraków by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 8h 5m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Zagreb to Kraków is to fly which takes around 2h 30m and will set you back approx PLN 1,715 ($355).

The cheapest way to travel between Zagreb and Kraków, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around PLN 5 ($1) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Zagreb and Kraków. It typically takes around 12h 40m and departs once daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Zagreb to Kraków. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Graz Hbf. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 12h 40m.

Croatian Railways (HŽPP) and Austrian Railways (ÖBB) run train services between Zagreb and Kraków. Trains depart once daily and will take around 12h 40m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Zagreb and Kraków. It typically takes around 12h 40m and departs 5 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Zagreb and Kraków with no changeovers required. The bus runs 5 times a week and takes 12h 40m.

FlixBus and GlobTourist run regular bus services between Zagreb and Kraków. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 12h 40m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Zagreb and Kraków. Flights depart from Zagreb (ZAG) and arrive at Krakow (KRK) - via Vienna (VIE). The flight takes around 1h 50m.

There is no direct flight from Zagreb to Kraków. There is however a flight that goes via Vienna (VIE). This services will take at least 2h 30m (not including layover time).

The flight from Zagreb to Kraków typically takes around 1h 50m. Flights depart from Zagreb (ZAG) and and arrive into Krakow (KRK).

The closest major airport to Kraków is John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice (KRK) (KRK) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Kraków. Katowice International Airport (KTW) (KTW) and Rzeszow International Airport (RZE) (RZE) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Zagreb and Kraków. The distance is around 826km (513 miles) by road and it will take around 8h 5m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Zagreb to Kraków is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 30m and will usually cost around PLN 1,715 ($355).

How do I get from Zagreb to Kraków

Compare travel optionsbetween Zagreb and Kraków

Transport options from Zagreb to Kraków
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 30m
PLN 1,715($355)
every 30 mins618km (384 miles)
Train
12h 40m
PLN 415($86)
once daily864km (537 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
12h 40m
PLN 195($40)
5 times a week746km (464 miles)
Bus via Katowice13h 60m
PLN 5($1)
once a week797km (495 miles)
Drive
8h 5m
PLN 650($135)
on demand826km (513 miles)

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Airports near Kraków

The following major airports near Kraków offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Poland and internationally.

KRK
John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice (KRK)
International Airport
Distance
10km (6 miles) from Kraków
KTW
Katowice International Airport (KTW)
International Airport
Distance
76km (47 miles) from Kraków
RZE
Rzeszow International Airport (RZE)
Domestic Airport
Distance
150km (93 miles) from Kraków