The cheapest and fastest buses from Kaunas to Kraków
Cheapest price
€43
Average price
€54
Fastest journey
11 h 5 m
Average duration
16 h 36 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
601 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kaunas to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kaunas to Kraków will cost around €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
Of the 4 buses that leave Kaunas for Kraków on Thu, Dec 25, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 25 the direct buses cover the 601 km distance in an average of 16 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 5 m .
On Thu, Dec 25 the slowest buses will take 1 d 10 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 and bus for Kaunas to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kaunas to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €37, and a bus costs an average of €24.
Distance: 601 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€46 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest |
11h 46m Average total duration 11h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 43m Average total duration Fastest 10h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Kaunas to Kraków bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kaunas to Kraków buses for today, Wednesday, December 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 PM Kaunas, Coach Station | 17h05 | 10:55 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 PM Kaunas, Coach Station | 15h25 | 9:15 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, December 25 | |||||
![]() | 4:40 AM Kaunas | 15h35 | 8:15 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kaunas to Kraków
Buses from Kaunas to Kraków run on average 11 times per day, taking around 11h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 601 km distance in 11h 5m.
Distance 601 km |
Average bus duration 11h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Kaunas to KrakówYou can travel by bus between Kaunas to Kraków with FlixBus for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Kaunas to Kraków
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kaunas 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 Kaunas, Coach Station, which is located around 2 miles (3.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kaunas to Kraków
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Bakery (in the station)
- Fast-food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 5, 7, 10 Train: Kaunas Railway Station
- 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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