Route guide

Luxembourg → Krakow

990 km · Luxembourg to Poland · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €34+ by bus

How to travel from Luxembourg to Krakow

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

🚄Train

€74–218

Duration: 8h 15m

via CFL, PKP Intercity

~14 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€34–89

Duration: 14h 9m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet

~28 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€75–239

Duration: 3h 49m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Luxair, LOT

~155 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€119–218

Duration: 11h

~168 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 990 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 Luxembourg 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.

Luxembourg to Krakow — every option in detail

Luxembourg to Krakow by train

Trains link Luxembourg (Luxembourg) and Krakow (Poland) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 8h 15m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include CFL, PKP Intercity.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €74 to €218. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 14 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 155 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~141 kg on this distance.

Luxembourg to Krakow by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Luxembourg and Krakow with a typical journey of 14h 9m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.

Fares start from around €34 when booked in advance, rising to €89 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.

Luxembourg to Krakow by flight

Flights between Luxembourg and Krakow take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 49m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Luxair, LOT.

Typical fare range is €75–239. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 155 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Luxembourg to Krakow by car

The driving distance from Luxembourg to Krakow is approximately 1139 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 11h of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €119–218 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Luxembourg–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 168 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Luxembourg and Krakow is approximately 990 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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