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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Žilina to Kraków
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Žilina to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Žilina to Kraków will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 3 buses that leave Žilina 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 127 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Žilina to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Žilina to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 127 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£17 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Žilina to Kraków bus times
The table below shows live departures for Žilina to Kraków coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus | 13:50 Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 3h25 | 17:15 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
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| FlixBus | 01:20 Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 3h55 | 05:15 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 01:20 Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 3h20 | 04:40 Kraków, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Žilina to Kraków
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Buses from Žilina to Kraków run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 127 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 127 km |
Average bus duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Žilina to KrakówYou can travel by bus between Žilina to Kraków with FlixBus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Žilina to Kraków coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Žilina 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.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Žilina and Kraków
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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