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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Budapest to Kraków
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€49
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 18 m
Buses per day
39
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Kraków will cost around €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Of the 39 buses that leave Budapest for Kraków on Fri, Aug 28, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 28 the direct buses cover the 292 km distance in an average of 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
On Fri, Aug 28 the slowest buses will take 6 h 40 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.
FlixBus4:55 AM7h50Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér12:45 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA€321One-way0 transfers- FlixBus5:55 PM6h15Budapest, Mexikói Út M12:10 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA€351One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus5:30 PM6h40Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar12:10 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA€351One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus1:00 PM7h10Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar8:10 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA€361One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus5:55 AM6h50Budapest, Mexikói Út M12:45 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA€361One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus6:05 PM5h55Budapest, Mexikói Út M12:00 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA€361One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus5:55 PM6h15Budapest, Mexikói Út M12:10 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA€351One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus5:45 PM6h15Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar12:00 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA€361One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:35 PM6h25Budapest, Mexikói Út M6:00 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA€361One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus5:30 PM6h40Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar12:10 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA€351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 50m. 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 bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €24.
Distance: 292 km
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€28 Average price Cheapest | €136 Average price | €105 Average price |
6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration 8h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Budapest to Kraków bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Kraków buses for today, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 4:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 7h50 | 12:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h45 | 3:15 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 5:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h15 | 12:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:55 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 6h50 | 12:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 9h20 | 3:15 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 11h00 | 5:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 10h40 | 5:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 8:55 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h30 | 4:25 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h10 | 6:05 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:15 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 7h10 | 4:25 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 8h50 | 6:05 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h45 | 7:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:25 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h20 | 7:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 9h25 | 9:50 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 12:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h45 | 8:10 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h50 | 9:50 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 1:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h10 | 8:10 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:25 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 8h25 | 9:50 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 1:25 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 6h45 | 8:10 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h50 | 1:50 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 9h30 | 1:50 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 5:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 6h40 | 12:10 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 6h15 | 12:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h20 | 2:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 5:55 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 6h15 | 12:10 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:05 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 5h55 | 12:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 8h00 | 2:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 11h10 | 5:40 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 10h50 | 5:40 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 9h15 | 6:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 10h45 | 8:25 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 11h15 | 9:45 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 6h45 | 6:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h25 | 7:40 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 8h05 | 7:40 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 6h25 | 6:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:40 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 8h45 | 8:25 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:59 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h26 | 8:25 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, August 28 | |||||
| FlixBus | 12:25 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h00 | 8:25 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Kraków
Hungary
Poland
Buses from Budapest to Kraków run on average 31 times per day, taking around 5h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 292 km distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 292 km |
Average bus duration 5h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Budapest to KrakówYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Kraków with FlixBus for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Budapest to Krakow: Journey Details
Buses from Budapest to Krakow run five times a week and daily during the summer season. Routes from Budapest to Krakow are operated by Eurolines/Volánbusz, Orange Ways and Sindbad. The buses depart from Budapest around 7:00 a.m. and on Fridays there is a second bus departing at about 2:00 p.m. Orange Ways buses from Budapest to Krakow make two stops, require no changes and have a total journey time of approximately 6-7 hours. Sindbad bus operators offer a once weekly overnight service that leaves Budapest about an hour after midnight on Saturday morning and arrives in Krakow eight hours later.
Taking the Bus from Budapest
Buses from Budapest to Krakow leave from Nepliget bus station which is located at 131 Üllői Street in the 9th district. Nepliget Station is the main intercity and international bus terminal in Budapest and is easily accessible by public transport. It can be reached by disembarking at Népliget Metro Station on the M3 Metro Blue Line. There are also local bus services, tram routes and taxi services available that operate throughout the day and late into the night.
Getting into Krakow by Bus
The ancient city of Krakow is full of wonderful Gothic and Renaissance architecture. The Old Town is full of historic treasures including the 500-year-old Wawel Castle and Rynek Główny medieval square.
Buses from Budapest to Krakow generally stop in the centre of the city at the MDA Bus Station in ul. Bosacka 18. The bus station is integrated with the Krakow Glówny Underground Station. In fact, the most direct way to reach the city's Old Town is through the underground transit centre which exits in the direction of the famous market square. There are also buses, mini-buses and taxis available from the station which has a 24/7 waiting room facilities.
FAQs: Bus from Budapest to Kraków
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Kraków by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kraków, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- 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
Popular bus stations from Budapest to Kraków
Most Budapest to Kraków buses use the Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA station pair, with some services arriving at Kraków, Airport. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Kraków bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do buses to Kraków leave from?
Getting to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar is 5 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Népliget (in the station), Gulyás Tér (0.5 km), Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Budapest, Mexikói Út M from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Mexikói Út M is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Mexikói Út M bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Mexikói Út M has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M. ATMs are available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M: Station is accessible for wheelchair users.
Getting to Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station), Bistro Budapest (0.5 km), Café Central (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Elevators, ramps.
Which Kraków station do buses from Budapest arrive at?
Getting to Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA from Kraków city centre
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA bus station facilities and services
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Polish Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Kraków, Airport from Kraków city centre
Kraków, Airport is 9 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków, Airport bus station facilities and services
Kraków, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Kraków (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kraków, Airport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kraków, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Balice, Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego (Kraków Airport) from Kraków city centre
Balice, Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego (Kraków Airport) is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Balice, Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego (Kraków Airport) bus station facilities and services
Balice, Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego (Kraków Airport) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several restaurants located inside the terminal.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available inside the terminal. ATMs are aTM machines available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Balice, Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego (Kraków Airport).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Balice, Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego (Kraków Airport): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Balice, Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego (Kraków Airport): Facilities are accessible to people with reduced mobility.
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