The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kraków to Bratislava
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 59 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kraków to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Bratislava will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
To travel from Kraków to Bratislava you need to make at least one change.
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Compare train and coach for Kraków to Bratislava
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 11m. 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 £20, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 296 km
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price |
6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration Fastest 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Kraków to Bratislava bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Bratislava coaches for today, Tuesday 20 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 Kraków, Airport | 8h05 | 19:00 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 11h15 | 23:55 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 9h35 | 01:20 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 9h21 | 01:06 Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 9h25 | 01:10 Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 13h55 | 05:40 Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:30 Kraków, Airport | 11h15 | 03:45 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 8h00 | 03:45 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 8h30 | 05:00 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:55 Kraków, Airport | 8h05 | 05:00 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:30 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 8h45 | 16:15 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:00 Kraków, Airport | 8h15 | 16:15 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 8h35 | 19:00 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kraków to Bratislava
Buses from Kraków to Bratislava run on average 22 times per day, taking around 6h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 296 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 296 km |
Average bus duration 6h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, AGAT from Kraków to BratislavaYou can travel by bus between Kraków to Bratislava with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, AGAT for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Kraków to Bratislava coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków to Bratislava 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 Bratislava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy, located 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kraków and Bratislava
- 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
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Mlynské (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Bistro Nivy (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 21, 25, 50, 70
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