4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Kraków to Bratislava
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€23
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€37
Fastest journey on Sep 17
6 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
6 h 33 m
Buses on Sep 17
22
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kraków to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Bratislava will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 22 buses from Kraków to Bratislava, including 5 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 296 km distance in an average of 6 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 6 h 50 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.
FlixBus6:00 PM6h15Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA12:15 AMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€231One-way0 transfers- FlixBus1:25 AM6h25Kraków, Airport7:50 AMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€281One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:40 AM6h25Kraków, Airport6:05 PMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€281One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:15 AM6h50Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA6:05 PMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€311One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus1:00 AM6h50Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA7:50 AMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€331One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus6:00 PM6h15Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA12:15 AMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€231One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus1:25 AM6h25Kraków, Airport7:50 AMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€281One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:40 AM6h25Kraków, Airport6:05 PMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€281One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus1:00 AM6h50Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA7:50 AMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€331One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:15 AM6h50Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA6:05 PMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Kraków to Bratislava
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, while a train costs an average of €30.
Distance: 296 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€28 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price | €70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration Fastest 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Kraków to Bratislava:
A bus is €1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kraków to Bratislava costing on average €30.
Other travel options to Bratislava take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 49m.
Live departures
Kraków to Bratislava bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Bratislava 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 | 8:40 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 10h00 | 6:40 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 7h15 | 4:45 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 PM Kraków, Airport | 6h50 | 4:45 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
| FlixBus | 1:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 6h50 | 7:50 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 8h15 | 9:15 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 1:25 AM Kraków, Airport | 6h25 | 7:50 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 10h00 | 5:15 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 8h20 | 3:35 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 AM Kraków, Airport | 8h56 | 4:41 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 AM Kraków, Airport | 9h00 | 4:45 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 AM Kraków, Airport | 7h50 | 3:35 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 6h50 | 6:05 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 8h40 | 7:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:40 AM Kraków, Airport | 6h25 | 6:05 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:05 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 9h55 | 1:00 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Kraków, Airport | 8h55 | 12:15 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 6:00 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 6h15 | 12:15 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 8h35 | 2:35 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Kraków, Airport | 9h10 | 3:20 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Kraków, Airport | 8h59 | 3:09 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Kraków, Airport | 9h03 | 3:13 AM Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kraków to Bratislava
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Buses from Kraków to Bratislava run on average 21 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €12 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 296 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 296 km |
Average bus duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, AGAT from Kraków to BratislavaYou can travel by bus between Kraków to Bratislava with FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, AGAT for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Kraków to Bratislava
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków to Bratislava 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 Bratislava, 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kraków to Bratislava
Most Kraków to Bratislava buses use the Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA to Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy station pair, with some services arriving at Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik). Use this guide to compare Kraków and Bratislava bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Kraków station do buses to Bratislava leave from?
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 Krakow, Czyżyny Dworzec from Kraków city centre
Which Bratislava station do buses from Kraków arrive at?
Getting to Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy from Bratislava city centre
Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy is 1 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy bus station facilities and services
Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Mlynské (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Bistro Nivy (0.5 km).
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 Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) from Bratislava city centre
Getting to Bratislava, Most SNP from Bratislava city centre
Bratislava, Most SNP bus station facilities and services
Bratislava, Most SNP has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bratislava, Most SNP: Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava, Most SNP: Elevators, ramps.
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