Route guide

Tallinn → Krakow

1086 km · Estonia to Poland · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €36+ by bus

How to travel from Tallinn to Krakow

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

🚄Train

€80–236

Duration: 9h 3m

via Elron, PKP Intercity

~15 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€36–96

Duration: 15h 31m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet

~30 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€78–250

Duration: 3h 57m

via Ryanair, easyJet, LOT

~169 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€130–239

Duration: 12h 4m

~185 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1086 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 Estonia into Poland. 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.

Tallinn to Krakow — every option in detail

Tallinn to Krakow by train

Trains link Tallinn (Estonia) and Krakow (Poland) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 9h 3m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Elron, PKP Intercity.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €80 to €236. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 15 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 169 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~154 kg on this distance.

Tallinn to Krakow by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Tallinn and Krakow with a typical journey of 15h 31m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.

Fares start from around €36 when booked in advance, rising to €96 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.

Tallinn to Krakow by flight

Flights between Tallinn and Krakow take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 57m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, LOT.

Typical fare range is €78–250. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 169 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Tallinn to Krakow by car

The driving distance from Tallinn to Krakow is approximately 1249 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 12h 4m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €130–239 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Estonia–Poland 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 185 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Tallinn and Krakow is approximately 1086 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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