4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Budapest to Kraków
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
7 h 10 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Budapest to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Kraków will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 18 buses that leave Budapest for Kraków every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 292 km distance in an average of 7 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 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.
FlixBus23:156h45Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar6:00Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA£221One-way0 changes- FlixBus23:356h25Budapest, Mexikói Út M6:00Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA£221One-way0 changes
- FlixBus9:157h10Budapest, Mexikói Út M16:25Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA£231One-way0 changes
- FlixBus8:557h30Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar16:25Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA£231One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:1510h15Budapest, Mexikói Út M19:30Kraków, Airport£271One-way1 change
- FlixBus23:356h25Budapest, Mexikói Út M6:00Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA£221One-way0 changes
- FlixBus23:156h45Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar6:00Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA£221One-way0 changes
- FlixBus9:157h10Budapest, Mexikói Út M16:25Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA£231One-way0 changes
- FlixBus8:557h30Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar16:25Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA£231One-way0 changes
- FlixBus0:258h00Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér8:25Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Budapest to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 292 km
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £95 Average Price | £251 Average Price |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Budapest to Kraków bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Kraków coaches for today, Monday 11 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus | 4:55 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 7h50 | 12:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h45 | 15:15 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 5:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h15 | 12:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:55 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 6h50 | 12:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 9h20 | 15:15 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 11h40 | 18:45 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h40 | 18:35 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 8:55 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h30 | 16:25 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 9h20 | 18:35 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 9:15 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 7h10 | 16:25 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h45 | 19:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:25 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h20 | 19:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:25 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h45 | 20:10 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 9h25 | 21:50 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h50 | 21:50 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 13:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h10 | 20:10 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:25 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 6h45 | 20:10 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:25 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 8h25 | 21:50 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 17:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 6h40 | 0:10 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:55 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 6h15 | 0:10 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 11h10 | 5:40 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 10h50 | 5:40 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:40 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 10h45 | 8:25 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h25 | 7:40 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 23:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 6h45 | 6:00 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:35 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 6h25 | 6:00 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:35 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 8h05 | 7:40 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 23:59 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h26 | 8:25 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
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| FlixBus | 0:25 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h00 | 8:25 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Kraków
Hungary
Poland
Buses from Budapest to Kraków run on average 33 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 15 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 292 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 292 km |
Average bus duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 33 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Budapest to KrakówYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Kraków with FlixBus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Budapest to Krakow: Journey Details
Buses from Budapest to Krakow run five times a week and daily during the summer season. Routes from Budapest to Krakow are operated by Eurolines/Volánbusz, Orange Ways and Sindbad. The buses depart from Budapest around 7:00 a.m. and on Fridays there is a second bus departing at about 2:00 p.m. Orange Ways buses from Budapest to Krakow make two stops, require no changes and have a total journey time of approximately 6-7 hours. Sindbad bus operators offer a once weekly overnight service that leaves Budapest about an hour after midnight on Saturday morning and arrives in Krakow eight hours later.
Return journeys on buses from Krakow to Budapest are also available.
Taking the Bus from Budapest
Buses from Budapest to Krakow leave from Nepliget bus station which is located at 131 Üllői Street in the 9th district. Nepliget Station is the main intercity and international bus terminal in Budapest and is easily accessible by public transport. It can be reached by disembarking at Népliget Metro Station on the M3 Metro Blue Line. There are also local bus services, tram routes and taxi services available that operate throughout the day and late into the night.
Getting into Krakow by Bus
The ancient city of Krakow is full of wonderful Gothic and Renaissance architecture. The Old Town is full of historic treasures including the 500-year-old Wawel Castle and Rynek Główny medieval square.
Buses from Budapest to Krakow generally stop in the centre of the city at the MDA Bus Station in ul. Bosacka 18. The bus station is integrated with the Krakow Glówny Underground Station. In fact, the most direct way to reach the city's Old Town is through the underground transit centre which exits in the direction of the famous market square. There are also buses, mini-buses and taxis available from the station which has a 24/7 waiting room facilities.
FAQs: Budapest to Kraków coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Kraków
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Polish Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 124, 152, 192, 208, 292, 304 Trams: 3, 19, 50 Train: Kraków Główny
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Polish Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 124, 152, 192, 208, 292, 304 Trams: 3, 19, 50 Train: Kraków Główny
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Kraków (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 208, 252, 902 Train: SKA1
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