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24.7 km • ~26 mins

How to Get from Kraków John Paul II International Airport (KRK) to Kazimierz

Kraków Airport is 24.7 km northwest of Kazimierz. The trip takes roughly 26 minutes by car, 40 minutes by bus plus walk, or 50 minutes by train plus transfer.

✓ Verified Oct 30, 2026 • 24.7 km road distance

Private Airport Transfer

Top Choice
30 mins •Pre-booked
€45 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. After landing, follow signs to Arrivals Hall and exit through the main doors.
  2. Meet your pre-booked driver in the arrivals area holding a name sign.
  3. Confirm the fixed price to Kazimierz and load your luggage.
  4. Relax for the 26-minute drive; the driver will drop you at your hotel or exact address in Kazimierz.
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Official Airport Taxi

Flat Zone Fare
26 mins •On Demand
€38 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: Standard Luggage
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit the terminal and follow signs to the official Kraków Airport Taxi rank in front of the terminal.
  2. Join the queue at the marked taxi stand; ignore touts inside.
  3. Tell the driver you are going to Kazimierz; ask for the flat zone fare to be shown.
  4. Pay by card or cash; journey takes about 26 minutes depending on traffic.
  5. Ask to be dropped at your accommodation in Kazimierz.

Bus 300 + Walk

Cheapest
40 mins •Every 15 Mins Daytime
€1.40 / Person
Luggage: Light Luggage
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals and go to the public bus stop in front of the terminal.
  2. Buy a 30-minute agglomeration ticket from the machine at the stop (6 PLN) or with card on board.
  3. Board bus 300 towards Os. Podwawelskie; get off at Jubilat or Konopnickiej after about 20 minutes.
  4. Walk across the Vistula river bridge and continue about 15-20 minutes to Kazimierz.
  5. Alternatively from Konopnickiej follow signs toward Kazimierz.

Airport Train to Kraków Główny + Walk/Tram

Cheap
50 mins •Every 30 Mins Until 1 AM
€4.50 / Person
Luggage: 1 Piece Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From Arrivals, follow signs to the covered walkway to Kraków Lotnisko railway station.
  2. Buy a ticket from the KM ticket machine or app for Kraków Główny (20 PLN).
  3. Board the SKA train towards Kraków Główny; get off at Kraków Główny after about 20 minutes.
  4. Exit the station and either walk 25 minutes south to Kazimierz or take a city tram towards Kazimierz.
  5. Use your MPK ticket or contactless payment for the tram if needed.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Only use the official Kraków Airport Taxi rank; avoid touts inside the terminal offering rides.
  • Make sure the taxi uses the official flat zone fare display; city taxis outside the airport are metered and may be more expensive.
  • For bus 300, buy a ticket before boarding and validate it; ticket inspectors frequently check on airport routes.
  • Ride-hailing pickup is in a separate zone, not at the taxi rank; ignore people claiming to be your Uber inside arrivals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way from KRK to Kazimierz?

Take bus 300 to Jubilat and walk about 20 minutes. A single ticket costs about €1.40.

Is there a direct train to Kazimierz?

No direct train. Take the airport train to Kraków Główny, then walk 25 minutes or take a city tram to Kazimierz.

How much is a taxi from KRK to Kazimierz?

An official Kraków Airport Taxi to Kazimierz costs 169 PLN (about €38) for the 24.7 km journey, using Zone 8.

Are there night buses from the airport?

Line 902 runs roughly hourly at night from the airport to Kraków Główny, then you need a night tram or taxi to Kazimierz.

Do taxis accept credit cards?

Yes, official airport taxis accept all payment cards.

Is it better to pre-book a private transfer?

For families or heavy luggage, a pre-booked private transfer offers door-to-door convenience and a fixed price.

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