How to get to Wieliczka Salt Mine
The mine lies in the town of Wieliczka, southeast of Kraków. Most visitors take the SKA1 regional train from Kraków Główny to Wieliczka Rynek-Kopalnia. The ride takes about 25 minutes, and the station is a short walk from the mine. The alternatives are bus 304 and a car. If you would rather not plan the trip yourself, compare the Wieliczka Salt Mine tours from Kraków first.
The mine has more than one entrance, and they are not at the same address. The tourist route starts at the Daniłowicz shaft. The Miners' Route starts at the Regis shaft. Know which one your ticket uses before you choose a bus stop or a car park. You can buy the entry itself on the Wieliczka Salt Mine tickets page.
By train from Kraków Główny
The simplest option for most visitors.
The line
The SKA1 line of Koleje Małopolskie runs from Kraków Główny to Wieliczka Rynek-Kopalnia. About 25 minutes is the ride time only. Add the way to the station in Kraków and the walk to the mine at the other end.
The fare
A single ticket at the full fare costs PLN 7.50 in 2026. The integrated 70-minute ticket for the Kraków region costs PLN 10, or PLN 5 reduced. It covers the Kraków stations and Wieliczka, but not Kraków Airport.
The timetable
The timetable changes by period, and departure minutes differ from day to day. Look up the train for your date before you leave, and check the departure time for your date.
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By bus 304
A direct bus, with a stop to choose carefully.
Where to get on and off
Bus 304 leaves from Dworzec Główny Zachód. Get off at Wieliczka Kopalnia Soli for the Daniłowicz shaft, or at Wieliczka Rynek for the Regis shaft.
Fares
The agglomeration tariff applies, valid since 2 March 2026, for zones I, II and III. A single ride or 30 minutes costs PLN 6, 60 minutes PLN 8, and 90 minutes PLN 9. Reduced fares are PLN 3, PLN 4 and PLN 4.50, and only for people with the right to them.
Roadworks at Wieliczka Kampus
The terminus at Wieliczka Kampus has been under reconstruction since 17 August 2026, until further notice. It affects lines 204, 224, 244, 304 and 904. The last stop may differ from what you expect, and the journey time is not fixed. Check the stop on the day, or take the train instead.
By car and where to park
Parking fees as of 2026.
The mine is close to the Kraków Wieliczka junction of the A4. It is about 10 km southeast of the centre of Kraków as the crow flies, which is not the driving distance. There are two car parks.
| Daniłowicz car park | Tężnia car park | |
|---|---|---|
| Access | ul. Daniłowicza 10 | ul. Dembowskiego 22 |
| Vehicles | Cars and motorcycles only | Cars, motorcycles, buses, campers |
| Fee | PLN 40 per day within opening hours | PLN 40 car or motorcycle, PLN 60 bus or camper |
| Extra charges | PLN 100 per additional day begun outside opening hours; PLN 100 for a lost ticket | PLN 100 extra after 22:00 |
| Open | Follow the signs on arrival | 06:00 to 22:00, except mine closed days |
Neither car park is a free overnight space. Access for every vehicle type is not guaranteed on every day, so follow the signs on arrival. For most visitors from Kraków the train is simpler and cheaper than a car. Drive if you come in along the A4 or already have a car with you.
Which stop for which route
Two shafts, two addresses.
| Route | Starts at | Address | Bus stop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist route | Daniłowicz shaft | ul. Daniłowicza 10 | Wieliczka Kopalnia Soli |
| Miners' Route | Regis shaft | pl. Kościuszki 9 | Wieliczka Rynek |
The tourist route can end at the Regis or the Daniłowicz shaft. In some cases the St Kinga shaft serves as the exit. Plan your onward bus or train from where you actually come up. The ride back to the surface is by lift and is included in the ticket.
On arrival
What to expect at the entrance.
Come early
For the Miners' Route, arrive at least 15 minutes before the start. For the tourist route, allow time to find the entrance and the meeting point for your group. You can only visit with an assigned guide.
Bags and strollers
Bags on the tourist route may be at most 20 × 20 × 35 cm. Larger items and strollers stay upstairs. Left luggage is free during visiting hours, with a limited number of lockers.
Steps
The tourist route has about 800 steps in total, 380 of them at the start. See the opening hours page for times and closed days.
Closed days
The mine is closed on 1 January, Easter Sunday, 1 November and 24 and 25 December. Extra closures for organisational or safety reasons are possible.
Plan the rest of your trip
Before and after the mine.
Getting to Wieliczka: frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Kraków to the mine?
The SKA1 train takes about 25 minutes from Kraków Główny to Wieliczka Rynek-Kopalnia. That does not include the way to the station, waiting for the train or the walk at the end.
Which bus stop do I use?
For the Daniłowicz shaft, where the tourist route starts, use Wieliczka Kopalnia Soli. For the Regis shaft, where the Miners' Route starts, use Wieliczka Rynek.
How much does parking at the mine cost?
In 2026 the Daniłowicz car park charges PLN 40 per day for a car or motorcycle within opening hours. The Tężnia car park charges PLN 40 for a car or motorcycle and PLN 60 for a bus or camper.
Is the train ticket for Kraków valid at the mine?
The integrated 70-minute ticket for PLN 10 covers Kraków Główny and Wieliczka, but not Kraków Airport. A single ticket at the full fare costs PLN 7.50.
Do I need a car?
No. The train and bus 304 both reach the town of Wieliczka. A car helps if you arrive along the A4, but you pay for parking.
Is this the official website of the mine?
No. This is an independent visitor guide. Tickets for the tourist route and the Miners' Route are sold by the mine itself, at its ticket offices and machines, and through its online shop.