The cheapest and fastest buses from Hamburg to Kraków
Cheapest price
€56
Average price
€65
Fastest journey
12 h 30 m
Average duration
13 h 25 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
785 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hamburg to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Kraków will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €56.
Of the 3 buses that leave Hamburg for Kraków on Tue, Dec 09, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 09 the direct buses cover the 785 km distance in an average of 13 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 30 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest buses will take 14 h 5 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €44, and a flight costs an average of €130.
Distance: 785 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€65 Average price Cheapest | €120 Average price | €248 Average price |
12h 38m Average total duration 12h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 47m Average total duration 9h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 2.4 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Hamburg to Kraków bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Kraków buses for today, Monday, December 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 13h30 | 5:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 16h25 | 10:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 13h25 | 7:25 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
0 | 8:30 PM Hamburg Hbf | 13h40 | 10:10 AM Kraków, Main Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 12h05 | 10:40 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 14h05 | 12:40 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, December 9 | |||||
![]() | 2:00 AM Hamburg | 12h30 | 2:30 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Kraków
Buses from Hamburg to Kraków run on average 17 times per day, taking around 12h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €44 but you can travel from only €40 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 785 km distance in 12h 5m.
Distance 785 km |
Average bus duration 12h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €44 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 12h 5m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar from Hamburg to KrakówYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Kraków with Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €40. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Hamburg to Kraków
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, which is located around 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Kraków, Airport, located 7.6 miles (12.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Hamburg to Kraków
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Burger Lounge (0.3 km)
- Café Paris (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 120, 124, 130 Metro: U1, U3 Train: S1, S21
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Nordsee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 112, 120, 124 Metro: U1, U2, U3 Train: S1, 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
- 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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