Trip to Bochnia, Poland: how to get there, how many days and when to go

Bochnia – Pequena Polônia Destination Kraków and the salt mines about 48 km from Cracóvia

How to get there

Bochnia 1 km

Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.

Confirm before purchasing. Trains on the Kraków–Tarnów line serve Bochnia. For Lipnica Murowana you need to arrange a road leg.

How many days

One day for the mine; add time for the Lipnica church and travel.

When to go

The underground circuit works as an alternative on cold days; from May to September the outing to Lipnica generally has more comfortable walking conditions.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

Do you need a car?

The mine can be reached from the station; to combine Lipnica, compare the regional bus with a car.

Suggested itinerary

An order that works

Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.

One day in Bochnia

Morning
First route in Bochnia
Enter the Bochnia mine circuit selected in advance.
Afternoon
Visits and transfers in Bochnia
Book the underground tour and transfers with leeway for the group's pace.
Late afternoon
Continuation of the day in Bochnia
A visit to Lipnica should only be added if internal access and transport are coordinated.
Evening
Meal and return in Bochnia
Return to base or stay in town, without relying on a regional connection you haven't checked.

Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.

Before you go

Frequently asked questions

How to arrange arrival in Bochnia?

Trains on the Kraków–Tarnów line serve Bochnia. For Lipnica Murowana you need to arrange a road leg.

How long to stay in Bochnia?