ticket machine at the train station (cash payment or payment with credit/debit card) train conductor on board (cash payment or payment with credit/debit card).

In 2026, paying for trains and public transit in Kraków is highly digital and convenient. For the Koleje Małopolskie (regional trains), you can purchase tickets at stationary machines at the station, from machines onboard the train (using contactless cards), or via mobile apps like iMKA, SkyCash, or mPay. For the city’s trams and buses (KMK), most vehicles are equipped with EMV contactless terminals where you simply tap your credit card or smartphone to pay for a fare. Alternatively, the "jakdojade" app remains a traveler favorite for its integrated route planning and ticket purchasing. It is important to note that the physical "Kraków City Card" (KKM) is still used by residents, but tourists generally find the "tap-and-go" OMNY-style or app-based systems much easier to manage without needing a physical paper ticket or a local transit office visit.