J. Paul II Krakow-Balice (KRK) Airport Taxi Transfer

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Some popular hotels in Kraków include: Hotel Stary, Sheraton Grand Krakow, Radisson Blu Hotel Krakow, Hotel Copernicus, Novotel Krakow Centrum, Holiday Inn Krakow City Centre, Queen Boutique Hotel, Andel’s by Vienna House Krakow, and PURO Kraków Kazimierz.

Journey Time: The journey usually takes 30 - 35 minutes, depending on traffic.

Key Point: Official airport taxis are outside the arrivals terminal. These taxis are metered and operate under fixed rate zones. It’s worth noting that some drivers, whether through apps or taxi stands, may not speak fluent English. Also, surge pricing can occasionally apply in both taxi queues and ride-hailing apps during high-demand periods.

A standard fare from Krakow Airport to the city center typically costs between around 50-60 EUR, including luggage and basic fees.

Journey Time: The journey time from Kraków John Paul II International Airport (KRK) to the city center by public bus usually takes about 30 to 45 minutes, depending on the route, traffic conditions, and time of day.

• Daytime buses (lines 208, 209, 252): 30-45 minutes

• Night bus (line 902): 40-50 minutes, slightly longer due to fewer stops and night traffic patterns

Key Point: Transfers from Krakow Airport to the city centre are done by public buses and train services. There are bus lines 208, 209, and 252 scheduled during the day and line 902 overnight from Krakow Airport to Krakow city. You can check the departure times and stops of the buses next to the information desk in the main hall passenger terminal. You can buy your ticket from the ticket machines in the level 0 arrivals hall, bus stops, or buses 252 and 208.

The public buses connecting Krakow Airport (KRK) to the city center (including the Old Town) are affordable and efficient.

• Standard single ticket (valid for 60 minutes, with transfers): 6 PLN (approx. €1.40)

• Reduced fare (students, seniors): 3 PLN

This ticket allows you to change between buses and trams within 60 minutes of validation.

Journey Time: It takes approx. 17-20 minutes.
Key Point: Reaching Krakow Airport (KRK) by train is fast, reliable, and budget-friendly. The airport has a dedicated train station located just behind the multi-level car park (Parking P1)- about a 5-minute walk from the arrivals terminal via a covered walkway.

The SKA1 (Koleje Małopolskie) regional train line connects Krakow Airport with:Kraków Główny (Krakow Main Train Station - city centre), Wieliczka Rynek-Kopalnia (Wieliczka Salt Mine), Intermediate stops including Kraków Łobzów and Kraków Złocień.

Krakow Airport → Kraków Głowny:
Trains run every 30 minutes from early morning until late evening (typically 05:00-23:00)

• Single ticket: 17 PLN (approx. €4)

• Children, students, and seniors may be eligible for reduced fares with valid ID.

Tickets can be purchased at ticket machines inside the terminal and on the train platform. Online via Koleje Małopolskie or mobile ticketing apps. Directly on the train (payment by card only; no cash accepted)