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There is usually just one train option from Krakow to Košice per day. The average train journey from Krakow to Košice takes 8 hours and 39 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 110 mi (178 km) |
| Fastest train | 8h 39m |
| Lowest price | $28.67 |
| Most frequent service | Leo Express |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Krakow to Košice?
Leo Express is the one and only train line which connects Krakow to Košice. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leo Express | 1 | 8h 39m | $28.67 |
Leo Express is a prominent private train company based in Czechia, offering seamless connections between multiple cities across four countries. With a dedicated team of 320 professionals managing an extensive network of routes, Leo Express provides a multitude of daily trips. The company serves various destinations within the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria, and Poland. Passengers can enjoy onboard amenities such as air conditioning, restrooms, complimentary Wi-Fi, power outlets, and complimentary refreshments for select ticket holders across different travel classes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Krakow to Košice
The distance between Krakow and Košice is approximately 110 miles, or 178 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 39 minutes,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Krakow to Košice. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Krakow at 2:00pm and arrives in Košice around 8 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Košice to Krakow.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Krakow?
Main departure station: ul. Bosacka 18
There is one train station in Krakow.
All train stations in Krakow:
ul. Bosacka 18
Where is the train station in Košice?
Main arrival station: Staničné námestie 9
Košice has one train station.
Train stations in Košice:
Staničné námestie 9
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