PKP Krakow – Nowy Sącz. Train timetable

The Kraków – Nowy Sącz railway route is one of the key connections in the region, linking the capital of Małopolska with the south-eastern part of the voivodeship. Trains run here daily, providing efficient, direct access for both regular commuters and those planning trips to further areas, including Tuchów or Grybów. With a convenient timetable and a wide choice of connections, you can easily adjust your journey to suit your plans. On the PolishTrains service you can quickly check available services and book a ticket in a few simple steps.

Several regional (REG) and long-distance (TLK) trains run daily on the route from Kraków to Nowy Sącz, as well as a few Intercity (IC) services. Journey time ranges from around 2 hours 30 minutes to just over 3 hours, depending on the chosen service. Trains depart from Kraków's Dworzec Główny at various times – from early morning to late evening, making it easy to adjust your departure to your individual plans.

Some services are operated by TLK trains, which offer comfortable travel conditions and slightly shorter journey times than regional trains. REG connections, on the other hand, provide access to a greater number of intermediate stops, which can be useful for those wishing to get off in smaller towns along the route. All services are available in the PolishTrains search engine, where you can quickly check the current timetable, choose the right service and book a ticket.

Ticket prices on the route from Kraków to Nowy Sącz depend on the chosen train and carriage class. For TLK connections, first and second class are available, with the second option being significantly cheaper. By buying a ticket in advance on the PolishTrains service rather than from the conductor on the train, you avoid the additional handling charge and immediately see the price for your chosen carriage class. Regional trains offer tickets in second class only.

For domestic travel, you can take advantage of statutory discounts for students, senior citizens, holders of the Family Card, or people with disabilities. It is also worth considering purchasing a ticket in advance – early booking gives you the chance of a lower price. If you want a lower price, it is also worth checking the availability of the PKP Intercity Promobilet in the PolishTrains search engine when selecting a specific service.

Trains running on the Kraków – Nowy Sącz route cover a picturesque section through southern Małopolska, running along the Dunajec valley and through hilly and sub-mountainous areas. The route passes through towns such as Bochnia, Brzesko, Tarnów, Kłaj and Stróże – depending on the chosen connection. For regional trains, the list of stops is longer, providing greater opportunities to reach smaller tourist towns as well.

The final station – Nowy Sącz – is an important transport hub in southern Małopolska. Once you arrive, you can easily change to other rail or bus connections, which enable further travel towards Muszyna-Zdrój, Piwniczna-Zdrój or Łomnica-Zdrój. Nowy Sącz station is well connected to the city centre, and its location provides quick access to hotels, offices, shops and other public facilities.