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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Düsseldorf to Kraków
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€42
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€59
Fastest journey on Sep 17
14 h 47 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
16 h 9 m
Buses on Sep 17
19
Distance
936 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Kraków will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 19 buses from Düsseldorf to Kraków, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 936 km distance in an average of 16 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 47 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 17 h 7 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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FlixBus · FlixBus8:38 AM16h42Düsseldorf Hbf1:20 AMKraków, Airport€421One-way2 transfers- FlixTrain+FlixBus · FlixBus12:38 PM17h32Düsseldorf Hbf6:10 AMKraków, Airport€441One-way2 transfers
- FlixTrain+FlixBus4:38 PM15h47Düsseldorf Hbf8:25 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA€501One-way1 transfer
- FlixTrain+FlixBus8:38 AM14h47Düsseldorf Hbf11:25 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA€501One-way1 transfer
- FlixTrain+FlixBus · FlixBus4:38 PM18h47Düsseldorf Hbf11:25 AMKrakow, Czyżyny Bus Station€501One-way2 transfers
- FlixTrain+FlixBus8:38 AM14h47Düsseldorf Hbf11:25 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA€501One-way1 transfer
- FlixTrain+FlixBus4:38 PM15h47Düsseldorf Hbf8:25 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA€501One-way1 transfer
- FlixTrain · FlixTrain+FlixBus9:27 AM16h23Düsseldorf Hbf1:50 AMKraków, Airport€541One-way2 transfers
- FlixTrain+FlixBus · FlixBus8:38 AM16h42Düsseldorf Hbf1:20 AMKraków, Airport€421One-way2 transfers
- FlixTrain+FlixBus · FlixBus4:38 PM17h07Düsseldorf Hbf9:45 AMKraków, Airport€731One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €59 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €59, while a flight costs an average of €161.
Distance: 936 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€59 Average price Cheapest | €161 Average price | €90 Average price | €171 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 51m Average total duration 16h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 15m Average total duration 12h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Kraków:
A bus is €31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Kraków costing on average €90.
A bus is €102 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Kraków costing on average €161.
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 45m.
Bus takes on average 16h 21m.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Kraków bus times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Kraków buses for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 18h46 | 6:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:59 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 17h31 | 5:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 22h35 | 6:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 16h42 | 1:20 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 8:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 14h47 | 11:25 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 22h15 | 7:30 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain · FlixTrain+FlixBus | 9:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 16h23 | 1:50 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 17h32 | 6:10 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 21h25 | 11:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 2:00 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 18h25 | 8:25 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 19h45 | 9:45 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 4:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 15h47 | 8:25 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 18h47 | 11:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 17h07 | 9:45 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
 0 | 5:30 PM Düsseldorf | 17h40 | 11:10 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 18h15 | 1:20 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 18h45 | 1:50 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 19h30 | 5:10 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Düsseldorf to Kraków
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Poland
Buses from Düsseldorf to Kraków run on average 16 times per day, taking around 16h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €44 but you can travel from only €44 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 936 km distance in 16h 42m.
Distance 936 km |
Average bus duration 16h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €44 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 16h 42m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus, BlaBlaCar from Düsseldorf to KrakówYou can travel by bus between Düsseldorf to Kraków with FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €44. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Düsseldorf to Kraków
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Sindbad
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- Sindbad
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- 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).
- Sindbad
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Sindbad
- 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.
- Sindbad
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require prior arrangement.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Düsseldorf to Kraków
Most Düsseldorf to Kraków buses use the Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf to Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA station pair, with some services arriving at Kraków, Airport. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Kraków bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do buses to Kraków leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf bus station facilities and services
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km), Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) bus station facilities and services
Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) 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 Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen). ATMs are available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen): Bus stop is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Which Kraków station do buses from Düsseldorf arrive at?
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 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 Krakow, Czyżyny Dworzec from Kraków city centre
Most popular bus connections from Düsseldorf
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