The cheapest and fastest coaches from Riga to Kraków
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
17 h 20 m
Average duration
20 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
813 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Riga to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riga to Kraków will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.
Of the 2 buses that leave Riga for Kraków every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 813 km distance in an average of 20 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 23 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Riga to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Riga to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a flight costs an average of £16.
Distance: 813 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£48 Average Price Cheapest | £113 Average Price |
16h 51m Average total duration 16h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Riga to Kraków bus times
The table below shows live departures for Riga to Kraków coaches for today, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:50 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 18h45 | 02:35 Kraków, Airport | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:50 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 19h10 | 03:00 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:40 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 21h10 | 10:50 Kraków, Airport | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:40 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 21h27 | 11:07 Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:40 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 19h35 | 09:15 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:45 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 18h50 | 09:35 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:05 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 15h30 | 11:35 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:05 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 21h27 | 17:32 Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:05 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 18h10 | 14:15 Kraków, Airport | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:55 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 17h30 | 15:25 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:55 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 19h50 | 17:45 Kraków, Airport | 2 changes | |
| Sunday 22 February | |||||
![]() | 04:15 Riga | 17h20 | 21:35 Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Riga to Kraków
Buses from Riga to Kraków run on average 14 times per day, taking around 16h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 813 km distance in 15h 30m.
Distance 813 km |
Average bus duration 16h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 15h 30m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Riga to KrakówYou can travel by bus between Riga to Kraków with FlixBus for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Riga to Kraków coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riga 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 Riga and Kraków
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Autoosta (in the station)
- Bakery Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 9, 11, 18 Train: A, B, C
- 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
- 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
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