Route guide

Vilnius → Krakow

628 km · Lithuania to Poland · Fastest: 3h by flight · Cheapest: €25+ by bus

How to travel from Vilnius to Krakow

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

🚄Train

€53–153

Duration: 5h 14m

via LTG Link, PKP Intercity

~9.0 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€25–64

Duration: 8h 59m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet

~18 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€60–195

Duration: 3h 20m

via Ryanair, easyJet, LOT

~98 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€75–138

Duration: 6h 59m

~107 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 628 km this is a comfortable weekend trip — train or flight both work.
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 Lithuania 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.

Vilnius to Krakow — every option in detail

Vilnius to Krakow by train

Trains link Vilnius (Lithuania) and Krakow (Poland) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 5h 14m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include LTG Link, PKP Intercity.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €53 to €153. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 9.0 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 98 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~89 kg on this distance.

Vilnius to Krakow by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Vilnius and Krakow with a typical journey of 8h 59m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.

Fares start from around €25 when booked in advance, rising to €64 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.

Vilnius to Krakow by flight

Flights between Vilnius and Krakow take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 20m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, LOT.

Typical fare range is €60–195. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 98 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Vilnius to Krakow by car

The driving distance from Vilnius to Krakow is approximately 723 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 6h 59m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €75–138 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Lithuania–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 107 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Vilnius and Krakow is approximately 628 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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