Cranidos locations — where to catch

In Blueberry Academy (Scarlet & Violet – The Indigo Disk)

• Canyon Biome — Walk

In Hisui (Legends: Arceus)

• Space-time distortions — Walk

In Sinnoh (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum)

• Oreburgh City — Gift

In Johto & Kanto (HeartGold & SoulSilver)

• Pewter City — Gift

Other games (6)

• Brilliant Diamond / Shining Pearl (Gen 8): Oreburgh City
• Ultra Sun / Ultra Moon (Gen 7): Alola Route 8
• Sun / Moon (Gen 7): Alola Route 8
• Omega Ruby / Alpha Sapphire (Gen 6): Rustboro City
• X / Y (Gen 6): Ambrette Town
• Black 2 / White 2 (Gen 5): Nimbasa City

Cranidos — full Pokédex entry