Route guide

Krakow → Athens

1376 km · Poland to Greece · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €43+ by bus

How to travel from Krakow to Athens

There are 4 ways to travel between Krakow and Athens — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€98–288

Duration: 11h 28m

via PKP Intercity, Hellenic Train

~19 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€43–116

Duration: 19h 40m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet

~39 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€90–285

Duration: 4h 20m

via Ryanair, easyJet, LOT, Aegean Airlines

~215 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€165–303

Duration: 15h 18m

~234 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Krakow and Athens highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1376 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Poland into Greece. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Krakow to Athens — every option in detail

Krakow to Athens by train

Trains link Krakow (Poland) and Athens (Greece) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 11h 28m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include PKP Intercity, Hellenic Train.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €98 to €288. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 19 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 215 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~196 kg on this distance.

Krakow to Athens by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Krakow and Athens with a typical journey of 19h 40m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.

Fares start from around €43 when booked in advance, rising to €116 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Krakow to Athens by flight

Flights between Krakow and Athens take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 20m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, LOT, Aegean Airlines.

Typical fare range is €90–285. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 215 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Krakow to Athens by car

The driving distance from Krakow to Athens is approximately 1583 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 15h 18m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €165–303 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Poland–Greece border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 234 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Krakow and Athens is approximately 1376 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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