### Train from Kraków to Berlin
Traveling by train from Kraków to Berlin is one of the most affordable and quickest options. Every day, five trains operated by Deutsche Bahn depart Kraków for Berlin, one of them traveling directly. The journey lasts around 6-8 hours. Additionally PKP Intercity runs several direct train options from Kraków to Berlin. Depending on the departure hour, the trip takes between 6 hours and 44 minutes and 7 hours.
PKP Intercity
Departs: from Kraków Główny to Berlin Ostbahnhof twice daily
Duration: 6 hours 44 minutes
Price: from $17 to $27 (€16-€25)
*Deutsche Bahn*
Departs: from Kraków Główny to Berlin Hauptbahnhof several times daily, with varying routes that may include one or two transfers.
Duration: 6 to 8 hours
Price: starting from around $57 to $138 (€53-€127)
### Flight from Kraków to Berlin
Flying from Kraków to Berlin is the quickest way to travel, with direct flights taking about 1.5 hours. This doesn’t include the hour spent getting to and from the airport, or the 2 hours for check-in and security. But even after you factor that in, you’re still at around 4.5 hours. Ryanair operates daily direct flights to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) from Kraków John Paul II International Airport (KRK).
Departs: from Kraków John Paul II International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport several times daily
Duration: approximately 1.5 hours
Price: one-way tickets start from around $25 (€23)
### Bus from Kraków to Berlin
Although one of the more affordable methods of transportation from Kraków to Berlin is by bus, it also takes the longest—between 7 and 12 hours. Additionally, there are overnight buses that are convenient and affordable with FlixBus, Sindbad, and Eurolines. The 8-to-9-hour drive lets you save on accommodation and arrive refreshed and ready to explore Berlin.
Departs: from Kraków Bus Station (Dworzec Autobusowy MDA) and other stops to various Berlin destinations, including Berlin Central Bus Station, Berlin Südkreuz Train Station, and Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Duration: approximately 7.5 to 11.5 hours, depending on the route and number of stops.
Price: from $25 (€23), depending on the bus company, time of booking, and travel class
### Private car transfer from Kraków to Berlin
A
private car transfer with Daytrip is probably the most enjoyable and convenient choice to travel from Kraków to Berlin. Since it’s a door-to-doorSit back and relax as your professional driver cruises through the roads sharing interesting insights along the way. Here’s what you can expect:
Departs: from your chosen location in Krakow to any destination in Berlin
Duration: 6.5 hours, depending on traffic and any optional sightseeing stops along the route
Price: from $120 (€111) per seat
Clean, comfortable car
Optional sight-seeing stops
Professional English-speaking driver
* Equipped for those with limited mobility and children