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Lyon to Kraków by train
The journey from Lyon to Kraków by train is 1,221.36 km and takes 24 hrs 45 mins. There are 2 connections per day, with the first departure at 7:49 a.m. and the last at 5:22 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Lyon to Kraków by train for as little as $169.13 or as much as $293.74. The best price for this journey is $169.13.
| Lowest Price | $169.13 |
| Journey Duration | 24 hrs 45 mins |
| Connection per Day | 2 |
| Lowest Price | $169.13 |
| Highest Price | $293.74 |
| First Departure | 7:49 a.m. |
| Last Departure | 5:22 p.m. |
| Distance | 1,221.36 km |
| Departure | Lyon |
| Arrival | Kraków |
| Carriers | Frecciarossa, OUIGOMore |
Lyon to Kraków Train Times
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Cheap train tickets from Lyon to Kraków
Looking for the best deal on a train ticket for your trip? Here are 4 ways to get cheap train tickets from Lyon to Kraków.
Book in advance and save
If you're looking for the best deal for your trip from Lyon to Kraków, booking train tickets in advance is a great way to save money, but keep in mind that advance tickets are usually not available until 3 months before your travel date.
Stay flexible with your travel time and explore off-peak journeys
Planning your trips around off-peak travel times not only means that you'll be able to avoid the crowds, but can also end up saving you money. Being flexible with your schedule and considering alternative routes or times will significantly impact the amount of money you spend on getting from Lyon to Kraków.
Always check special offers
Checking on the latest deals can help save a lot of money, making it worth taking the time to browse and compare prices. So make sure you get the best deal on your ticket and take advantage of special fares for children, youth and seniors as well as discounts for groups.
Unlock the potential of slower trains or connecting trains
If you're planning a trip with some flexible time, why not opt for the scenic route? Taking slower trains or connecting trains that make more stops may save you money on your ticket – definitely worth considering if it fits in your schedule.
Best time to book Lyon to Kraków travel
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Lyon to Kraków
The cheapest Lyon - Kraków train tickets can be found for as low as $165.34 if you’re lucky, or $234.32 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $386.84.
Find the best day to travel to Kraków by train
When travelling to Kraków by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Carriers on this route
Find out more about the carriers on this route.
Frecciarossa, operated by Trenitalia, the national railway company, is a renowned high-speed train service in Italy. FRECCIAROSSA trains, reaching speeds of up to 300 km/h, connect major cities including Rome, Milan, Naples, Florence, and Turin.
In 2013, the French national railway company SNCF introduced OUIGO to offer budget-friendly TGV travel options. Choose between the lightning-fast OUIGO Grande Vitesse, reaching speeds of 300 km/h, or the more leisurely OUIGO Classique, which offers a nostalgic train ride experience.
Ticket types and facilities from Lyon to Kraków
Compare the different ticket types and the facilities provided by Frecciarossa and OUIGO when traveling from Lyon to Kraków.
Premium
Premium service includes a wider seat, more legroom, and access to additional amenities such as a welcome drink and a choice of newspapers. Coach 4 on the Frecciarossa 1000 train is reserved for the Premium level.
WiFi 
Power sockets 
Luggage 
Accessibility 
Food and drink 
Air conditioning 
Bicycle Standard
Standard is the basic level of service and includes a comfortable seat and access to basic onboard services. Coaches 5-8 are for the Standard level with seats covered in gray eco-leather. WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Executive
Executive is the highest level of service and includes all of the amenities of the Business level, as well as a personal entertainment system, and gourmet meals served by a dedicated onboard chef. WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Business
Business service is designed for business travelers and includes all of the amenities of the Premium level, as well as access to a dedicated Business Lounge and priority boarding. Coaches 2 and 3 of Frecciarossa 1000 are reserved for the Business level of service. WiFi 
Quiet zone Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Standard Class / TGV
OUIGO Grande Vitesse offers a single class, akin to second-class travel, which accounts for its affordable ticket prices. Adult fares start at €10, depending on the destination, while children can travel for €5. Tickets for OUIGO can only be purchased online. WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Air conditioning Bicycle Standard Class / Classical
OUIGO Train Classique only have one class, which is equivalent to second class travel, which is why ticket prices are cheap. Tickets are available from €10 for adults (depending on destination) and €5 for children, and OUIGO train tickets are only available online. WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Facility Description
Find out more about the different facilities available onboard with each carrier on this route.
Facilities Description
WiFi On Frecciarossa trains, free WiFi is available. Use their Portale FRECCE service to watch movies, TV, and catch up on news. It also provides travel updates and additional booking options. WiFi 
On Frecciarossa trains, free WiFi is available. Use their Portale FRECCE service to watch movies, TV, and catch up on news. It also provides travel updates and additional booking options.
Quiet zone Seek serenity? Frecciarossa offers designated quiet zones for Business Class to ensure a peaceful journey, free from distractions. Quiet zone Seek serenity? Frecciarossa offers designated quiet zones for Business Class to ensure a peaceful journey, free from distractions.
Power sockets No matter the model – be it ETR 500, ETR 600, ETR 700, or ETR 1000 – every seat comes with its power socket to keep your devices charged. Power sockets No matter the model – be it ETR 500, ETR 600, ETR 700, or ETR 1000 – every seat comes with its power socket to keep your devices charged.
Luggage On Frecciarossa trains, you won't face any restrictions on the amount of luggage you can bring on board. You can easily stow small bags and items in overhead racks or under your seat, while larger suitcases can be placed in the luggage racks situated in the compartments or close to the exterior doors. Luggage On Frecciarossa trains, you won't face any restrictions on the amount of luggage you can bring on board. You can easily stow small bags and items in overhead racks or under your seat, while larger suitcases can be placed in the luggage racks situated in the compartments or close to the exterior doors.
Accessibility Special assistance is a call away for those who require it. Dial the toll-free 800 90 60 60 from Italian landlines or the international number +3902323232 from any phone, including from abroad. Accessibility Special assistance is a call away for those who require it. Dial the toll-free 800 90 60 60 from Italian landlines or the international number +3902323232 from any phone, including from abroad.
Food and drink Satiate your hunger at the FrecciaBistrò, stationed at the train's center. Or, for added convenience, order directly to your seat through the Portale FRECCE's EasyBistrò. Premium and Business Class travelers receive complimentary snacks and drinks, while Executive Class passengers delight in gourmet meals curated by chef Carlo Cracc. Food and drink Satiate your hunger at the FrecciaBistrò, stationed at the train's center. Or, for added convenience, order directly to your seat through the Portale FRECCE's EasyBistrò. Premium and Business Class travelers receive complimentary snacks and drinks, while Executive Class passengers delight in gourmet meals curated by chef Carlo Cracc.
Air conditioning No matter the weather outside, stay comfortably cool with onboard air-conditioning. Air conditioning No matter the weather outside, stay comfortably cool with onboard air-conditioning.
Bicycle Folding bikes are allowed as hand luggage, while non-folding bikes need to be disassembled and placed in travel cases shown to the conductor or platform staff before boarding, and stowed in a specific part of the train. Bicycle Folding bikes are allowed as hand luggage, while non-folding bikes need to be disassembled and placed in travel cases shown to the conductor or platform staff before boarding, and stowed in a specific part of the train.
WiFi You have access WiFi (OUIFI) and delve into the OUIFUN entertainment portal for an added fee. WiFi You have access WiFi (OUIFI) and delve into the OUIFUN entertainment portal for an added fee.
Power sockets On Ouigo trains, only top deck seats in select coaches come with power sockets. Note that these seats come at an additional charge, and the bottom deck lacks sockets altogether. Power sockets On Ouigo trains, only top deck seats in select coaches come with power sockets. Note that these seats come at an additional charge, and the bottom deck lacks sockets altogether.
Luggage OUIGO lets you bring two small hand luggage items or one piece measuring 36 x 27 x 15 cm for free, along with cabin baggage at 55x35x25cm with no weight restrictions. For larger items, a fee of €5 applies for online bookings made in advance, and it goes up to €20 if you pay in-person at the station. Luggage OUIGO lets you bring two small hand luggage items or one piece measuring 36 x 27 x 15 cm for free, along with cabin baggage at 55x35x25cm with no weight restrictions. For larger items, a fee of €5 applies for online bookings made in advance, and it goes up to €20 if you pay in-person at the station.
Accessibility For travelers with mobility concerns, TGV INOUI offers the 'Accès Plus' service. This provides dedicated assistance from the station directly to the train seat. It is advisable for passengers to contact 'Accès Plus' after securing their tickets and ensure arrangements are made at least 48 hours before the scheduled departure. Accessibility For travelers with mobility concerns, TGV INOUI offers the 'Accès Plus' service. This provides dedicated assistance from the station directly to the train seat. It is advisable for passengers to contact 'Accès Plus' after securing their tickets and ensure arrangements are made at least 48 hours before the scheduled departure.
Food and drink In France, OUIGO's Train classique services provide an at-seat snack service, though this isn't available on the high-speed trains. For those traveling in Spain, a visit to the OUIBAR in coach 4 serves up a variety of beverages and snacks. Food and drink In France, OUIGO's Train classique services provide an at-seat snack service, though this isn't available on the high-speed trains. For those traveling in Spain, a visit to the OUIBAR in coach 4 serves up a variety of beverages and snacks.
Air conditioning Travel in comfort with all coaches being air-conditioned. Air conditioning Travel in comfort with all coaches being air-conditioned.
Bicycle Planning to bring along bigger items like a bike, scooter, skis, or a musical instrument? If you book online in advance, it's just a €5 fee. But, if you decide to pay at the station, the fee goes up to €20. Bicycle Planning to bring along bigger items like a bike, scooter, skis, or a musical instrument? If you book online in advance, it's just a €5 fee. But, if you decide to pay at the station, the fee goes up to €20.
Services on board Frecciarossa, OUIGO and FlixBus from Lyon to Kraków
Compare services on board when travelling from Lyon to Kraków by train.
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Lyon to Kraków CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
85.49kg
Bus
91.6kg
Flight
244.27kg
Car
195.42kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Lyon to Kraków by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Lyon and Kraków are 85.49kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Lyon and Kraków? By taking the train between Lyon and Kraków you will save 158.78kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 6.11kg compared to a bus and 109.93kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Lyon to Kraków?
A train ticket from Lyon to Kraków is $204.66. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $169.13.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Lyon to Kraków?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Lyon to Kraków is $169.13. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Lyon and Kraków by train?
Lyon to Kraków is 1,221.36 km.
How long does the train between Lyon and Kraków take?
Lyon to Kraków is on average 24 hrs 45 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 7 hrs 11 mins.
Which companies operate from Lyon to Kraków?
The train journey from Lyon to Kraków is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Frecciarossa, OUIGO, easyJet UK and FlixBus.
How many train connections per day go from Lyon to Kraków?
Lyon to Kraków has 2 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Lyon to Kraków leave?
The earliest train from Lyon to Kraków departs at 7:49 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Lyon to Kraków depart?
The latest train from Lyon to Kraków departs at 5:22 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Lyon to Kraków in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $169.13 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Lyon to Kraków by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Lyon and Kraków is 7 hrs 11 mins.
Is there a direct train from Lyon to Kraków?
Yes, there is a direct train between Lyon and Kraków.
What are the CO2 emissions for Lyon to Kraków by train?
The train journey from Lyon to Kraków creates 85.49kg of CO2 emissions.