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Trip Summary
There are 3 daily trains from Krakow to České Budějovice. Traveling by train from Krakow to České Budějovice usually takes around 12 hours, but the fastest Leo Express train can make the trip in 9 hours and 40 minutes.
Distance | 256 mi (413 km) |
Fastest train | 10h 0m |
Lowest price | US$19.56 |
Most frequent service | Leo Express |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Krakow to České Budějovice?
2 train services operate from Krakow to České Budějovice. Leo Express usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Leo Express | 2 | 9h 53m | US$24.94 |
RegioJet | 1 | 16h 15m | US$19.56 |
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.
RegioJet train tickets from Krakow to České Budějovice start from US$20, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 RegioJet schedules to České Budějovice. RegioJet in Krakow leaves from ul. Bosacka 18 . And in České Budějovice trains arrive at Nádražní 1759 .
From Krakow to České Budějovice train travel on RegioJet takes 16 hours and 15 minutes. If you are looking to get to České Budějovice faster, RegioJet offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 10 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Krakow and České Budějovice is approximately 256 miles, or 413 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 12 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 40 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.
Trains departing from Krakow to České Budějovice tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Krakow at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from České Budějovice to Krakow.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Krakow?
Main departure station: Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego 1
There are two stations in Krakow where you can board the train to České Budějovice.
All train stations in Krakow:
Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego 1
ul. Bosacka 18
Where is the train station in České Budějovice?
Main arrival station: Nádražní 1759
České Budějovice has one train station.
Train stations in České Budějovice:
Nádražní 1759
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