- Must visit
Rynek Underground Museum
Museum beneath the Main Square revealing medieval remains, trade history and immersive displays under the heart of the Old Town.
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
8 h 6 m
Buses per day
40
Distance
530 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Berlin to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Kraków will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
Of the 40 buses that leave Berlin for Kraków every day 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 530 km distance in an average of 8 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £151.
Distance: 530 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£40 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price | £236 Average Price |
8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Kraków coaches for today, Thursday 27 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 5:10 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 8h40 | 13:50 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:10 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 8h10 | 13:20 Kraków, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:25 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 7h55 | 13:20 Kraków, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:25 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 8h25 | 13:50 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 10h45 | 17:55 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 7:10 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 9h20 | 16:30 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 8h50 | 16:30 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 11h32 | 19:27 Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 7:55 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 8h35 | 16:30 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 9h05 | 20:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 8h35 | 20:15 Kraków, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 8h15 | 20:15 Kraków, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 8h45 | 20:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 10h30 | 23:00 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:30 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 8h45 | 21:15 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 8h15 | 21:15 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 8h00 | 21:15 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:50 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 9h35 | 23:25 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 9h05 | 23:25 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:40 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 8h45 | 23:25 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:30 Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 8h45 | 0:15 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:30 Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 10h20 | 1:50 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:00 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 8h15 | 0:15 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 9h00 | 2:20 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 8h30 | 1:50 Kraków, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:40 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 10h50 | 4:30 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 17:40 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 8h10 | 1:50 Kraków, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:40 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 8h40 | 2:20 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 8h20 | 6:00 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 9h30 | 7:10 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:20 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 11h15 | 10:35 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 23:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 8h45 | 8:25 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 10h05 | 9:45 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:55 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 11h30 | 11:25 Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 23:55 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 8h30 | 8:25 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:55 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 9h50 | 9:45 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
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0 | 1:00 Berlin | 10h10 | 11:10 Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 8h45 | 11:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:05 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 11h25 | 14:30 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 3:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 8h30 | 11:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park) | 11h00 | 14:30 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
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Buses from Berlin to Kraków run on average 38 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 21 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 530 km distance in 7h 55m.
Distance 530 km |
Average bus duration 8h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 38 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 7h 55m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Kraków — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kraków trip today.
Museum beneath the Main Square revealing medieval remains, trade history and immersive displays under the heart of the Old Town.
Former enamel factory with a powerful exhibition on Kraków under Nazi occupation and daily life during the Second World War.
Major branch of the National Museum with Polish art from the nineteenth century onward, including celebrated paintings and decorative arts.
Kraków’s main square is a lively historic centre with the Cloth Hall, church façades and constant street life at all hours.
Historic Jewish quarter with synagogues, courtyards, murals and a lively street scene that blends heritage with contemporary city life.
Broad green promenade planted where medieval walls once stood; ideal for walking between key sights around the Old Town.
Obwarzanek krakowski is Kraków’s iconic ring-shaped bread, boiled then baked and topped with poppy or sesame seeds. It is a protected local street-food classic.
Maczanka krakowska is roast pork in a caraway-spiced gravy, served in a bread roll. It is often called Kraków’s traditional answer to pulled pork sandwiches.
Kiełbasa krakowska is a smoked Polish sausage linked to Kraków, made from seasoned pork. It is prized for its firm texture and distinctive garlic-spice flavour.
Traditional Polish restaurant near the Main Square, known for hearty classics, period interiors and folk-inspired atmosphere.
Casual venue specialising in maczanka krakowska and other local sandwiches. A good stop for classic Kraków street-food flavours.
Well-known Jewish-style restaurant in Kazimierz serving Polish and regional dishes in a lively, rustic setting with evening music.
Budget-friendly for city breaks; hotels, meals and public transport usually cost less than in major Western European tourist cities.
About 10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in cafés and taxis or add a small tip; check the bill for any service charge.
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Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA -> Rynek Główny, Kraków
Deutsche Bahn, Infobus and Eurolines offer a regular daily service between the two cities, with journey times lasting around 8 hours. Every day, travellers can expect an early morning departure, and a late evening service as well, allowing you to be flexible with your travel plans. The schedule for buses from Berlin to Krakow stays much the same throughout the week, however there are slightly fewer buses at weekends, when prices may also be a little higher.
Return buses from Krakow to Berlin are also available.
Deutsche Bahn buses from Berlin to Krakow depart from the Hauptbahnhof (the main rail station). Services operated Infobus all depart from Berlin ZOB- the city's international bus station. This can be found near Kaiserdamm U-Bahn station and Berlin Messe-Nord S-Bahn station in the west of the city. The U-Bahn runs daily between 4:00 a.m. and 1:00 a.m. the following day as well as taxis are easy to find and affordable, so you should be able to connect to any bus departures easily at any time of day.
Buses to Krakow arrive at the city's main bus station, which is located in the northern part of the city, a couple of miles from the centre. To reach the historic centre, head into the nearby station and follow signs for the trams and buses to "Stare Miasto". The journey will only take ten minutes, and will leave you in one of Europe's least spoilt historic districts. Krakow is famous for the way its architectural treasures have been preserved. You can wander the cobbled streets, see palaces, cathedrals and elegant market squares that seem to have been lifted from the seventeenth century. The stunning Tatra Mountains are not far away as well, offering superb skiing and hiking opportunities.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Kraków by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kraków, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Berlin to Kraków buses use the Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) to Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA station pair, with some services arriving at Kraków, Airport. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Kraków bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz.
Available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Elevators, ramps.
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) is 9 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Berlin (in the station), Schnitzel Express (0.5 km), Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).
Available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Elevators, ramps.
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Polish Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
Available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA: Elevators, ramps.
Kraków, Airport is 9 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Kraków (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Kraków, Airport.
Available at Kraków, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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