How to Get to Auschwitz Museum
By Bus, Train, Car or Organized Transfer
The Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial is located in Oświęcim and can be reached from many Polish cities by bus, train, car, or private transfer. Most visitors come from Kraków (a distance of just 70 km / 1–1.5 hours’ drive). Keep in mind that the tour covers two parts of the former camp located in different places—details below.
Tip: Do not travel immediately before the tour, which is physically demanding in itself. It is recommended to find accommodation nearby and visit Auschwitz after a good night’s sleep.
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The sightseeing begins at Auschwitz I — check the map using the button in the bottom right corner.
The second part of the tour takes place at Auschwitz II-Birkenau, 2 km away — see below for how to get there.
How to Get from Auschwitz I to Birkenau?
Groups and Drivers
Whether by tour bus or car, you'll arrive at the Birkenau parking and walk a few minutes to the main gate.
Individual Visitors
A joint tour includes a free shuttle between Auschwitz and Birkenau.
Local Cabs
Taxis are located near the above bus stops. Some prices are fixed:
40 PLN – Auschwitz ↔ Birkenau
30 PLN – Museum ↔ Train station
Call: (32)19194
Private Transfer to Auschwitz: What Options Are Available?
Cab drivers and private transport companies can take you to Auschwitz from almost anywhere. Determine the exact price before your trip and let the service provider know that they can leave contact information here.
Driving to Auschwitz: Best Routes, Parking & Tips
Click the map icon on the right and select “Parking lots” in the upper right corner to see the nearest parking options. The links below show the locations on Google Maps.
Main Auschwitz Parking Lot
You can stay only till the closing time for (PLN):
20 – Car (up to 8 persons)
Do not leave cars in bus spaces.
30 – Bus (9 - 20 persons)
40 – Coach
90 – Camper van
15 – Motorcycle
It is forbidden to park on the opposite side of the street within the housing estate, but the free lot shown below is 700 meters away. More parking, a supermarket, hotels and restaurants are within 1 km. You can also use Park & Ride near the train station at a distance of 1.5 km.
Parking Lots near Birkenau
The nearest lot is only 400 m from the main Birkenau gate but is expensive. There are restrooms, shops and a restaurant.
The small lot 700 m from Birkenau entrance is cheaper (PLN):
10 – Motorcycle
20 – Car (up to 20 people)
30 – Camper
40 – Bus
Kraków to Auschwitz Bus: Schedule, Prices & Stops
Lajkonik buses leave Kraków roughly every hour between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. The trip takes 1.5 hours and ends just outside the Memorial entrance near the toilets at the main lot.
Timetables on lajkonikbus.pl:
Departures from MDA – type "Oświęcim"
Purchase tickets on board (PLN 22 one way) with cash or card, or book online at moj-bus.pl
Lajkonik bus departs from stands G1 - G6 at the MDA bus station and arrives at these stops after the specified time:
Get to those bus stops with:
jakdojade.pl/krakow
Oświęcim can be reached from nearby towns and cities, but you should check with individual transporters for details. Few intercity buses stop at the Auschwitz Museum, but all pass through the train station shown below.
Can You Get to Auschwitz by Train from Krakow?
The train station in Oświęcim is 1.5 km from Auschwitz and 1.5 km from Birkenau. Go to the Museum by bus, cab or walk (20 min). Check the train timetables at:
Take bus line 0, 2, 3 or 8 from the 'Dworzec PKP' stop shown in the photo above. Nearest departures:
Dworzec PKP → Muzeum I
After 4 minutes, get off at the 'Muzeum I' stop and walk 200 m passing the 'Muzeum II' stop shown in the photo below. Nearest departures (all buses go to the train station):
Muzeum II → Dworzec PKP
Special M line which runs from 01.04 - 31.10:
Train Station ↔ Auschwitz
The bus stop 'Muzeum II' on Obozowa Street. 'Muzeum I' is behind the grocery store on the left – find it on Google Maps.
Which Airports Are Closest to Auschwitz?
Both airports are about 50 km away: