PKP Krakow – Gliwice. Train timetable

Travel from Kraków to Gliwice is a convenient option for those moving between Lesser Poland and Upper Silesia. Direct rail connections operated by Intercity and TLK trains enable quick journeys without the need for changes. You can plan your entire journey between these stations on PolishTrains, selecting the specific service and carriage class. Several dozen services are available throughout the day, making it easy to match your departure time to your own plans. It is a practical option for those travelling on business, educational or tourist purposes.

Direct trains on the Kraków – Gliwice route run from early morning until late evening. The first train departs from Kraków Główny at 04:18, and the last leaves at 21:35. Connections are provided by Intercity and TLK trains, ensuring a variety of offers and flexibility of choice. Pendolino does not operate on this route, so you will check the train category, Intercity or TLK, when selecting a service in the PolishTrains search engine. Journey time ranges from approximately 1 hour 13 minutes to 1 hour 53 minutes. With frequent services, it is easy to plan your journey – both on weekdays and weekends. The trains are well connected and equipped with amenities that increase travel comfort, such as air conditioning, access to power sockets or the ability to reserve seats. You will find more information about the facilities in the trains on our website.

The cost of a ticket on the Kraków to Gliwice route depends on several factors: the type of train, the chosen class and statutory discounts. Passengers can choose between second and first class. As for concessionary tickets, these are available for various passenger groups, such as pupils, students, senior citizens and soldiers. Discounts are also available to holders of the Large Family Card or those travelling in groups.

It is also worth knowing that purchasing a ticket in advance means lower prices. The online sales system allows you to conveniently check available options and make a reservation in a few minutes. The most favourable prices for this route usually appear when buying in advance, and you can see the current promotional offer on PolishTrains before selecting a specific service. Carriers provide special offers and periodic promotions, making travel even more cost-effective.

The railway route from Kraków to Gliwice runs through the Lesser Poland and Silesian voivodeships – connecting two important urban centres. Depending on the selected connection, trains may stop in, amongst others, Krzeszowice, Trzebinia, Mysłowice, Katowice or Zabrze. Many services serve the main stops of the Silesian agglomeration, making the route convenient also for residents of other cities in the region. This means that travelling by train from Kraków to Gliwice not only enables a quick journey, but also ensures transport accessibility to many locations along the way. The variety of route options means you can choose a service best suited to your own needs.

If you think that tickets for travel from Kraków to Gliwice can only be purchased at ticket offices at the station, you are very much mistaken. You can reserve seats conveniently and quickly via the internet – on PolishTrains, which offers a clear booking system and additional options to increase travel convenience. Passengers have the option of receiving a ticket by email and SMS, which eliminates the need for printing, and of setting a reminder about departure 30 minutes before your planned departure. The notification contains important information, such as your seat number, platform or carriage number.

Registered users also have access to a My Journeys account, where you can manage reservations, download invoices, change dates and make ticket refunds. The service also enables hotel reservation and the option of deferred payment, making it a comprehensive tool for travellers who value convenience and flexibility in planning rail journeys.

And if you want to plan journeys even more conveniently, download the PolishTrains mobile app. You only need a tablet or phone and internet access. Manage your journeys the way you like – conveniently and quickly.