Pendolino Kraków Main - Warsaw Central
Pendolino from Kraków Main to Warsaw Central runs 12 times a day. The train stops at the following stations:Warszawa Zachodnia. The travel time is 02:17. See the timetable for connections Kraków Main - Warsaw Central buy a ticket.
Pendolino timetable Kraków Main - Warsaw Central - tickets and prices
For the Kraków–Warsaw Pendolino connection, the timetable includes 12 services during the day. The first departure is as early as 5:50, and the last is at 19:57. During the day, you can count on a range of convenient connections at almost any time, every 1.5-2 hours. This timetable allows you to plan your journey flexibly and match the train time to your personal preferences and daily schedule. You can see all these departure times and available seats on PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu), where you can immediately choose a specific service and proceed to purchase.
Frequently asked questions
Kraków–Warsaw Pendolino ticket prices
Kraków–Warsaw Pendolino trains cover a route of around 300 kilometres. Importantly, EIP Pendolino services run between these cities without any stops along the route – as a result, the total journey time is just around 2.5 hours. Travellers in Kraków can start their journey at Kraków Główny station, while in Warsaw all Pendolino services are operated by three stations – [Warszawa Zachodnia](##BRAK## [Warszawa Centralna](##BRAK## and [Warszawa Wschodnia](##BRAK## Kraków Główny is the starting point of this route, and you can check the exact journey time for your chosen Pendolino service when booking through PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu). It is worth noting that some Pendolino trains operate exclusively on the Warszawa–Kraków section, but further connections are also available, for example to Gdynia, passing through Poland’s capital.
How can I buy a Kraków–Warsaw Pendolino ticket more cheaply?
Many people wonder whether discounts and concessions also apply on Pendolino, and we have good news: yes, you can absolutely use your concessions on Express InterCity Premium trains. Statutory concessions are available to, among others, students, school pupils, pensioners, seniors and teachers. 👉 [Find out who is entitled to PKP discounts](##BRAK##
Travellers with children can benefit from two special discounts: **[family ticket](##BRAK## (30% for adults and 37% for a child, for the whole group of 2 to 5 people) or **[discount with the Karta Dużej Rodziny](##BRAK## (a 30% discount for at least two people holding the Karta Dużej Rodziny and travelling together; the discount can be combined with statutory concessions in second class).
It is also worth checking current **[PKP promotions](##BRAK## and buying your ticket in advance. By reserving your seat earlier, you can save up to 30%! 👉 [Find out why it is worth buying train tickets in advance.](##BRAK##
Kraków–Warsaw Pendolino – facilities
It is worth choosing a journey by Pendolino train due to the short journey time and comfortable travel conditions. Not only will you travel very efficiently from the city of kings to the capital, but above all, your journey will be very comfortable thanks to a range of amenities. Find out what 2nd class and 1st class are like on Pendolino:
💺 When booking a ticket for a journey on Pendolino, the seat map will help you find the best place for yourself. If you prefer to sit by the window, be close to the toilet or need a table for working on the train, you can easily find a suitable seat.
🔕 For those who particularly value peace and quiet, we especially recommend choosing a seat in the **[Quiet Zone](##BRAK## In this special carriage, passengers should not talk to each other or on the phone, or have sounds playing on the electronic devices they are carrying. Importantly, reserving a seat in this carriage does not cost extra.
👨👩👧👦 Travellers with a child under six years of age can choose seats in the family compartment for the comfort of both themselves and their fellow passengers. 👉 **[Find out more about the family compartment on Pendolino](##BRAK##
The prices and journey times shown may change. Data correct as at: 9.03.2025. The next timetable change: 15.06.2025.
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Pendolino Kraków–Warsaw train route
For the Kraków–Warsaw Pendolino connection, standard ticket prices are around PLN 190 for second class and around PLN 280 for first class. However, considering Pendolino’s fast journey time and comfortable travel conditions, the price is entirely appropriate for the standard and comfort. Pendolino can be more expensive than Intercity on the same route, but buying a ticket in advance on PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu) can help you find a lower price regardless of the class selected.qid Q190 covers cost comparison.
How to buy a cheap ticket Kraków Main – Warsaw Central?
Buy a ticket to Warsaw Central in advance. Even if you're not sure about the departure date and time, you can always refund or rebook for a different date. Check if you're eligible for PKP discounts, the most popular of which are for children, teenagers, students, and seniors.
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