PKP Bochnia – Krakow. Train timetable

Planning a visit to Kraków? Or perhaps a daily commute to work or university? A train from Bochnia is one of the most convenient options. The two towns are only a small distance apart, and efficient railway connections mean the entire journey usually takes less than an hour. With frequent connections you can easily adjust your departure to your own schedule – regardless of whether you're travelling on business, for tourism, or simply to sort out matters in the city.

Many trains run between Bochnia and Kraków – both regional (REG) and long-distance PKP Intercity services, such as IC, TLK and EIP. This high frequency of connections means you can easily match your departure time to your plans – whether you're starting early in the day or returning late in the evening. The first train from Bochnia departs at 06:03, and the last one just before midnight.

Journey time depends on the service chosen and ranges from 21 to 53 minutes. Particularly worth noting is the morning express – the EIP Pendolino at 07:28, which reaches central Kraków in just 21 minutes. Other services – including REG and TLK trains – provide a very good standard of travel with only minor time differences, usually within 50 minutes. This makes travelling by train between Bochnia and Kraków not only convenient but also exceptionally time-efficient.

The cost of a ticket depends on the service and class of travel chosen – but regardless of budget, you will easily find something for you. The cheapest tickets on REG trains are PLN 16 (class 2 only), making them an ideal choice for daily commutes. If you prefer a faster journey or higher standard, you can choose IC or TLK services – prices in class 2 range from PLN 19 to PLN 23, and in class 1 from PLN 29 to PLN 32. For those seeking maximum comfort, EIP (Pendolino) services are available – here a ticket in class 2 costs PLN 102, and in class 1 – PLN 156.

If you want to save on travel, take advantage of discounts available to senior citizens, students, persons with disabilities or pensioners and soldiers. Periodic discounts from carriers are also available. All passengers can also use advance booking, which can give you up to 40% off. Remember that the earlier you buy your ticket, the greater the discount.

Rail connections from Bochnia to Kraków are operated by various train categories, which depart from Bochnia station and arrive at Kraków Główny. The route runs through popular railway stations, however most services on this section are direct routes with no need to change trains. The most intermediate stations are served by regional trains, which pass through: Kłaj, Staniątki, Podłęże, and also Kraków stations such as: Bieżanów, Płaszów, Zabłocie and Kraków Główny.

Thanks to the variety of timetables, travellers can choose services tailored to their own needs, regardless of their travel purpose. The extensive network of services, frequency and short journey time make the Bochnia – Kraków line very popular among both local residents and tourists visiting Małopolska.