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Homburg to Kraków Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Homburg to Kraków. Traveling by train from Homburg to Kraków usually takes 16 hours and 40 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can make the trip in 12 hours and 54 minutes.
| Distance | 565 mi (909 km) |
| Fastest train | 12h 54m |
| Lowest price | $94.32 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Homburg to Kraków?
2 train services operate from Homburg to Krakow. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 1 | 19h 50m | $115.54 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 15h 5m | $115.54 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Homburg to Kraków start from $94, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Krakow. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Homburg leaves from Central Train Station . And in Krakow trains arrive at Central Station .
From Homburg to Kraków train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 15 hours and 5 minutes. If you are looking to get to Krakow faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 12 hours and 54 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Homburg to Kraków
The distance between Homburg and Kraków is approximately 565 miles, or 909 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 16 hours and 40 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 12 hours and 54 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 from Homburg to Kraków are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Homburg at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Homburg twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. 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 change 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 Kraków to Homburg.
City Information
Homburg
Homburg is a town in the German state of Saarland, close to the country's border with France. Homburg offers travelers a unique attraction in the Schlossberghöhlen, an underground complex of 17th-century sand mines. Visitors can take a guided tour of the tunnels and caves to learn about the site's long history: from 250-million-year-old footprints in the red sandstone to the mines' use as air raid shelters in World War II. After your trip underground, get some fresh air on a hike to the Karlsberg Castle. The castle lies mostly in ruin now, but the forest trails in the area are regal in their own right.
For younger travelers in your group, Homburg has a few exciting kid-friendly activities too. Gulliver-Welt is a park just outside of town with miniatures of world-famous buildings and a playground to enjoy. Fun Forest AbenteuerPark Homburg is perfect for older kids who embrace a little adrenaline. Ziplines, rope courses, and a scenic lake ensure a memorable adventure for the family.
Several forms of transportation make it easy to reach Homburg and discover all of its hidden gems. FlixBus and Sindbad offer affordable bus service from bigger cities like Frankfurt, Munich, and Lyon. Buses arrive at Homburg's Central Train Station, along with Deutsche Bahn trains that connect to destinations throughout Europe.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Homburg?
Main departure station: Central Train Station
There is one train station in Homburg.
All train stations in Homburg:
Central Train Station
Where is the train station in Kraków?
Main arrival station: Central Station
Kraków has one train station.
All train stations in Kraków:
Central Station
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