The cheapest and fastest coaches from Warsaw to Kraków
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 46 m
Buses per day
39
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Warsaw to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warsaw to Kraków will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 39 buses that leave Warsaw for Kraków every day 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 253 km distance in an average of 3 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 50 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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Compare train, coach and flight for Warsaw to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a flight costs an average of £34.
Distance: 253 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price | £124 Average Price |
3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Warsaw to Kraków bus times
The table below shows live departures for Warsaw to Kraków coaches for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 09:20 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 4h25 | 13:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 09:40 Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 4h05 | 13:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 6h10 | 16:25 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:15 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 4h20 | 14:35 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 4h05 | 15:25 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 Warszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny | 5h00 | 16:35 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 Warszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny | 6h55 | 18:30 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 5h45 | 17:45 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 6h10 | 18:30 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:20 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 4h15 | 16:35 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 3h50 | 16:35 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:50 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 4h00 | 18:50 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 6h25 | 21:15 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 15:30 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 4h15 | 19:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:55 Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 3h50 | 19:45 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:30 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 4h05 | 20:35 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:45 Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 6h14 | 22:59 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:45 Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 4h50 | 21:35 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:15 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 5h44 | 22:59 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 17:15 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 4h20 | 21:35 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:50 Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 3h45 | 21:35 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:30 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 5h50 | 00:20 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 18:30 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 4h10 | 22:40 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:50 Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 3h50 | 22:40 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:35 Warszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny | 7h30 | 04:05 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:35 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 6h00 | 02:35 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:10 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 6h55 | 04:05 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:59 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 7h41 | 06:40 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 22:59 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 4h31 | 03:30 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:20 Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 4h10 | 03:30 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 03:25 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 6h50 | 10:15 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 05:00 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 4h15 | 09:15 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 05:00 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 5h50 | 10:50 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:00 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 6h15 | 12:15 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 06:00 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 3h35 | 09:35 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 07:20 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 4h15 | 11:35 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 07:45 Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 3h50 | 11:35 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:20 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 4h05 | 12:25 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:20 Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 5h55 | 14:15 Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Warsaw to Kraków
Buses from Warsaw to Kraków run on average 39 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 26 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 253 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 253 km |
Average bus duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 26 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Warsaw to KrakówYou can travel by bus between Warsaw to Kraków with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Warsaw to Krakow
Around 13 direct buses depart from Warsaw to Krakow a day starting just after 6:00 a.m. and continuing every hour or so until just before 12:00 a.m. The service operates 7 days a week and the journey time is approximately 5 hours.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Warsaw to Krakow?
Departure Station: Buses from Warsaw to Krakow depart from outside the Młociny Metro station on the outskirts of the city. From here, taxis, local buses and Metro services can be taken to reach the historic heart of Warsaw.
Arrival Station: Buses from Warsaw to Krakow arrive at Krakow Bus Station which is adjacent to the train station and an 8-minute walk to the city centre. The bus station has a car park as well as a taxi rank on its upper level and it is served by local buses.
FAQs: Warsaw to Kraków coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warsaw 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 Warsaw and Kraków
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Polska (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Bistro Warszawa (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 127, 158, 517, 523 Train: KM, S1, S2
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Terminal (in the station)
- Bistro Chopin (in the station)
- Pierogi Place (0.5 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 175, 188, 148 Train: S2, S3
- 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
- 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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