Krakow Glowny train station (Kraków Główny)

Krakow Glowny train station is the largest and the most centrally located railway station in Kraków. The new underground station was opened in February 2014. The station is connected with shopping mall. Beautiful former train station building constructed between 1844 and 1847 lies parallel to the tracks. Currently it houses municipal library. Main railway station in Kraków serves many regional, long-distance and international trains. Kraków is well-connected with the rest of the country. Trains are very popular among commuters and tourists, so be prepare for journey in packed train.

Krakow Glowny train station is located in the city centre, within walking distance to the most important tourist attractions in Kraków. Walk from the train station to the Main Market Square takes 10-15 minutes.

Main bus station is located next to the railway station. An express tram line stop is situated under the station. There are many bus and tram stops close to the station.

There is a direct train to International Airport. Separate tariff applied. It is a fast and comfortable connection.

There are many trains from Kraków to Oświęcim (two routes) and from Kraków to Wieliczka.

Main train station in Kraków is clean and well-maintained. It is safe.

The station has 5 platforms. Access to the platforms is directly from underground hall or via tunnel. There are lifts from main hall to the platforms. Platforms are covered and equipped with electronic displays.

Krakow Glowny train station
Krakow main station – interior (Photo: Dariusz Sieczkowski/Trenopedia)

Krakow train station – facilities

– ticket offices
– ticket vending machines
– luggage lockers
– toilets
– shower
– electronic displays
– many shops, fast-foods and cafes
– pharmacy
– newsstand
– cash dispenser
– hot drinks vending machines
– taxi rank
– lifts and escalators
– tourist information

Address: Pawia 5a, 31-154 Kraków
Coordinates 50.0675, 19.946111

Krakow train station – useful websites

Departures
Arrivals 
MPK Kraków – public transport in Kraków
Koleje Małopolskie – regional train operator

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