When travelling within Poland, it’s handy to compare several options, but you should base your final choice on your schedule. The quickest option doesn’t always mean the most convenient arrival time.
Before you buy
When searching on the Polish website, check the exact stations and the train category. If you’re choosing the Pendolino, read the terms and conditions specific to that offer, rather than the general rules for any regional train. Check your seat, any discounts and whether you can change your ticket.
On the day of travel
Work out the journey from your neighbourhood in Warsaw to the station and from Kraków station to your final destination. For a day trip, check the return journey first. Don’t leave your return journey to chance, assuming there’ll be seats available in the evening.
Checking your ticket
Once you’ve booked, check the passenger details, date, stations and all included legs of the journey. Save a full copy of your ticket offline. Prices and timetables are not specified in this guide: you’ll need to check the current options with the operator for your specific date.
See also: Warsaw–Berlin train: how to compare international fares; Vienna–Budapest train: arrival station and onward journey.
Official sources
PKP Intercity. Please check current services, prices and conditions for your specific date; the photographs illustrate rail travel and do not confirm the configuration of a specific service.
Image details
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Questions and answers
Should we only compare journey times?
No. You should also consider journeys within the city, the convenience of the timetable and fare conditions.
Are the prices listed here up to date?
No. Please check the carrier’s quote for the final price with the required options.
What should I check for a connection?
The exact stations, the actual walk between them and the type of tickets.
Is it enough to just save the search results?
No. You’ll need a confirmed ticket and, where necessary, a booking confirmation.