- 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
£8
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 5 m
Buses per day
55
Distance
394 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Prague to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Kraków will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 55 buses that leave Prague for Kraków every day 38 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 394 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 20 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 Prague to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 58m. 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 £8, and a flight costs an average of £17.
Distance: 394 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price | £158 Average Price |
8h 16m Average total duration 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg 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 Prague to Kraków coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 26 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 · FlixBus | 1:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 9h20 | 11:05 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 8h50 | 10:35 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 Prague, Central Train Station | 8h40 | 11:35 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 3:20 Prague, Central Train Station | 8h05 | 11:25 Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 Prague, Central Train Station | 7h15 | 10:35 Kraków, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 Prague, Central Train Station | 7h45 | 11:05 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h30 | 12:05 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 8h20 | 12:05 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 Prague, Central Train Station | 8h05 | 14:20 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 6:50 Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) | 7h30 | 14:20 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) | 10h20 | 17:10 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 7:10 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h10 | 14:20 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 Praha, Černý Most | 9h30 | 17:10 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 7:40 Praha, Černý Most | 6h40 | 14:20 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
000219 | 8:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 11h50 | 19:50 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 Praha, Černý Most | 9h10 | 17:55 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:50 Prague | 9h10 | 18:00 Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:50 Prague | 9h10 | 18:00 Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 8:50 Prague | 9h00 | 17:50 Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h05 | 17:10 Kraków, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h40 | 17:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 Praha, Roztyly | 8h15 | 17:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 Praha, Roztyly | 7h40 | 17:10 Kraków, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 Praha, Na Knížecí | 8h30 | 18:45 Kraków, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 Praha, Na Knížecí | 9h05 | 19:20 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 Praha, Černý Most | 9h40 | 20:15 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:45 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h10 | 18:55 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h40 | 18:45 Kraków, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h15 | 19:20 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
000273 | 12:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h35 | 19:35 Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
000273 | 12:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h10 | 20:10 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
7316277 | 12:40 Prague | 9h05 | 21:45 Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:40 Prague | 9h10 | 21:50 Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:00 Prague | 10h20 | 23:20 Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:00 Prague | 10h20 | 23:20 Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:00 Prague | 10h40 | 23:40 Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 13:00 Prague | 10h10 | 23:10 Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Prague | 8h10 | 23:10 Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Prague | 7h35 | 22:35 Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
7339117 | 15:00 Prague | 7h30 | 22:30 Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h05 | 23:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:15 Praha, Černý Most | 7h30 | 23:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:55 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h55 | 1:50 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:30 Praha, Černý Most | 8h20 | 1:50 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:35 Prague, Central Train Station | 10h00 | 3:35 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 9h35 | 3:35 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:00 Prague | 7h40 | 1:40 Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:30 Praha, Černý Most | 9h00 | 4:30 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 22:05 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h00 | 5:05 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:25 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h10 | 6:35 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:25 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h40 | 6:05 Kraków, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:45 Praha, Roztyly | 7h50 | 6:35 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:45 Praha, Roztyly | 7h20 | 6:05 Kraków, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Praha, Černý Most | 9h00 | 8:25 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Praha, Černý Most | 10h20 | 9:45 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
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Buses from Prague to Kraków run on average 52 times per day, taking around 7h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 36 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 394 km distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 394 km |
Average bus duration 7h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 52 |
Direct buses 36 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 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
Buses between the Czech capital Prague and the Polish city Krakow operate several times per day, offering an excellent choice of departure times. Infobus is the main company that operates buses from Prague to Krakow, which all run direct to Krakow Bus Station. Journey times can vary considerably depending upon the time of departure, ranging from 6 hours to 12 hours in duration. Buses depart from Praha hlavní nádraží bus station in Prague and arrive at Krakow Glowny transportation centre.
Buses travelling from Prague to Krakow depart from Florenc, which is the main bus station in Prague. The station is situated to the northeast of the city centre, but it is easy to reach on foot, as the bus station is just a short 5 minute walk from Wenceslas Square in the centre of Prague. Florenc is also connected to the city area by the Prague Metro system. Metro lines B and C intersect at Florenc, providing easy transit from north to south and east to west within the city area.
Centred around Rynek Główny, the largest market square in Europe, Krakow is categorised by attractive streets, soaring cathedrals and magnificent churches, such as Wawel Cathedral and St Mary’s Basilica. Passengers taking buses from Prague to Krakow arrive at the Krakow MDA bus station, which is situated on ul. Bosacka 18. The bus station is part of the Krakow Glowny transportation centre, which is a major hub for trains, buses and trams. It is therefore extremely easy to transfer to other routes by a variety of transport options. There are plenty of taxis, trams and buses that stop outside the station, providing immediate access to the wider city area.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague 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 Prague to Kraków buses use the Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA station pair, with some services arriving at Kraków, Airport. Use this guide to compare Prague and Kraków bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Praha, ÚAN Florenc is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha, ÚAN Florenc has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Florenc (in the station), Bistro Florenc (0.2 km), Restaurace U Rozvařilů (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at Praha, ÚAN Florenc.
Available at Praha, ÚAN Florenc: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha, ÚAN Florenc: Elevators, ramps.
Praha, Hlavní Nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha, Hlavní Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Czech Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Bohemian Café (0.2 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and ticketing area.
Ticket office support is available at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží.
Available at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Praha, Černý Most is 11 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha, Černý Most has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Černý Most (in the station), Czech Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and in the main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Praha, Černý Most.
Available at Praha, Černý Most: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha, Černý Most: 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.
Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several food outlets available.
Wi-Fi accessible within the main waiting area. ATMs are aTM machines available on site.
Ticket office support is available at Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny.
Available at Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny: Wheelchair accessible with assistance available.
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