How much is the train ticket from Pardubice to Krakow?

The cheapest train tickets from Pardubice to Krakow start from R 289. The average price for this train route is around R 394. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

Which train operators serve the Pardubice to Krakow route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Pardubice to Krakow?

The earliest train from Pardubice to Krakow departs at 18:52. And the latest train departs at 22:50.

Train Pardubice to Krakow from R 246

Next available departures

Next departures from Pardubice to Krakow on 25 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		18:52	MS	8h 55m	03:47	Kraków Main Station	Cheapest
RegioJet + RegioJet		20:40	MS	8h	04:40	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:42 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Pardubice to Krakow

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Krakow. The journey takes about 4 hours 57 minutes and with fares starting at just R 289, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

4h 57mAverage duration

300 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 765 - R 985	Average duration11h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 289 - R 570	Average duration4h 57m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Pardubice and Krakow?

Pardubice

A
Náměstí Jana Pernera
nám. Jana Pernera 217, Zelené Předměstí, 530 02 Pardubice-Pardubice I, Czech Republic
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B
Pardubice hl.n.
Pardubice, hl. nádraží, 530 02 Pardubice I, Czechia

Krakow

A
Kraków MDA Bus Station
Bosacka 18, 31-505 Kraków-Śródmieście, Poland
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B
Lotnisko / Airport (KRK)
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C
Krakow Plaszow
Kraków Płaszów, 30-556 Kraków, Poland

Train Companies

RegioJet

4/51 070 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

Based on 1070 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the value for money but often complained about the Wi-Fi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at R 289

PL train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pardubice to Krakow by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Pardubice to Krakow?
The cheapest train tickets from Pardubice to Krakow start from R 289. The average price for this train route is around R 394. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
Which train operators serve the Pardubice to Krakow route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Pardubice to Krakow?
The earliest train from Pardubice to Krakow departs at 18:52. And the latest train departs at 22:50.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

23/03

R 349

24/03

R 245

Today

R 246

26/03

R 417

27/03

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28/03

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The cheapest trip from Pardubice to Krakow was searched and found on 24 Mar 2026 with a price of R 245

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Pardubice to Krakow as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 245 to R 417 for a train ticket from Pardubice to Krakow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 417, which is on 2026-03-26.

What's the cheapest way to go from Pardubice to Krakow?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time11h 10m	Avg priceR 956	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 57m	Avg priceR 394	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time4h 50m	Avg priceR 487	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Pardubice and Krakow is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 394 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 289. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Krakow, choose the train, as it will take you from Pardubice to Krakow in about 4h 50m – that's the fastest way to get there!