The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dresden to Kraków
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 12 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
451 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dresden to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Kraków will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 15 buses that leave Dresden for Kraków every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 451 km distance in an average of 8 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 55 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.
FlixBus9:108h20Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)17:30Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA£261One-way0 changes
FlixBus6:307h40Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)14:10Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA£261One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus2:409h00Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)11:40Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA£301One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus12:308h45Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)21:15Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA£301One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus16:3010h00Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)2:30Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA£311One-way1 change
FlixBus21:107h20Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)4:30Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA£321One-way0 changes
FlixBus6:307h40Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)14:10Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA£261One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:108h20Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)17:30Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA£261One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus12:308h45Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)21:15Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA£301One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus21:108h55Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)6:05Kraków, Airport£381One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Dresden to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £17.
Distance: 451 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price | £336 Average Price |
7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration Fastest 5h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dresden to Kraków bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dresden 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:30 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 7h40 | 14:10 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h40 | 17:10 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 12h30 | 20:15 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h55 | 17:55 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h15 | 18:25 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 9:10 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h20 | 17:30 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h17 | 19:27 Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h35 | 20:15 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h45 | 21:15 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:30 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h00 | 2:30 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:15 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h20 | 3:35 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:10 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h55 | 6:05 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 21:10 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 7h20 | 4:30 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:50 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h45 | 10:35 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 12 May | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h00 | 11:40 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h40 | 13:20 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dresden to Kraków
Buses from Dresden to Kraków run on average 18 times per day, taking around 7h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 451 km distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 451 km |
Average bus duration 7h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Dresden to KrakówYou can travel by bus between Dresden to Kraków with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Dresden to Kraków coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden 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.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dresden and Kraków
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Hauptbahnhof (in the station)
- Restaurant Alte Meister (0.5 km)
- Vapiano Dresden (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 66, 75 Tram: 3, 7, 8, 10 Train: S1, S2
- 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
- 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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