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How to travel from Milan Central Station to Krakow Central by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Milan Central Station to Krakow Central? Look no further.
There are around 12 trains per day running between Milan Central Station and Krakow Central, which usually take 20 hours 32 minutes to complete the 590 miles (949 km) journey. It can take as little as 17 hours 43 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Krakow Central from Milan Central Station, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way.
You can save money on train tickets from Milan Central Station to Krakow Central if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £260.13. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for timetables (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
Milan Central Station to Krakow Central by train
It takes an average of 20h 32m to travel from Milan Central Station to Krakow Central by train, over a distance of around 590 miles (949 km). There are normally 12 trains per day travelling from Milan Central Station to Krakow Central and tickets for this journey start from £260.13 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:55 | |
| Departure station | Milan Central Station | |
| Arrival station | Krakow Central | |
| Journey time | From 17h 43m | |
| Distance | 590 miles (949 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £260.13 | |
| Train and bus operators | Flixbus, Sindbad |
FAQs about the train journey from Milan Central Station to Krakow Central
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Cheap train tickets from Milan Central Station to Krakow Central
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Milan Central Station to Krakow Central by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.