How far is Auschwitz from the airport?

The distance between Krakow Airport (KRK) and Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum is 45 km. The road distance is 56.8 km. How do I travel from Krakow Airport (KRK) to Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum without a car?

What airport in Poland is closest to Auschwitz?

Krakow Balice
The nearest airport to Auschwitz is Krakow Balice (KRK). Check out its regular flights schedule.

How do I get to Poland from Auschwitz?

The easiest way to get to Auschwitz is from Krakow, which is about a 1.5-hour journey by car or bus. Most tours take at least 6 hours and include hotel pickup and round-trip transport. Meanwhile, Warsaw is just under 4 hours away by road, with tours lasting over 10 hours given the transport times.

How do I get from Katowice to Oswiecim?

Koleje Śląskie operates a train from Katowice to Oswiecim 5 times a day, and the journey takes 48 min.

How much is a taxi to Auschwitz?

If you’re keen to get your own taxi all the way to Auschwitz, you’re probably going to need to fork out around $73 for a one-way ride. For a return trip – to have the driver waiting for you after you’ve completed the tour of the museum – costs are around $130.

How do I get to Katowice from Auschwitz?

The quickest way to get from Katowice to Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum is to taxi which costs 120 zł – 150 zł and takes 35 min. Is there a direct train between Katowice and Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum? Yes, there is a direct train departing from Katowice and arriving at Oswiecim.

Can you take photos at Auschwitz?

Taking pictures on the grounds of the State Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau in Oświęcim for own purposes, without use of a flash and stands, is allowed for exceptions of hall with the hair of Victims (block nr 4) and the basements of Block 11.

Can you enter Auschwitz without a tour?

Visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau without a Guide It is free to tour Auschwitz-Birkenau without a guide but you do need to reserve your time slot in advance.