4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Kraków to Madrid
Cheapest price
€267
Average price
€294
Fastest journey
1 d 18 h 25 m
Average duration
1 d 19 h 29 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
2126 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kraków to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Madrid will cost around €294 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €267.
It's difficult to get from Kraków to Madrid without transferring at least 2 times.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus1:20 PM48h00Kraków, Airport1:20 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€2671One-way2 transfers- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus3:55 PM45h25Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA1:20 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€2741One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus7:30 PM60h25Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station7:55 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€2751One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus1:45 PM43h10Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA8:55 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€2771One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:35 PM45h00Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station3:35 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€2781One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus1:45 PM42h25Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA8:10 AMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)€3301One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus1:45 PM43h10Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA8:55 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€2771One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus7:05 PM43h50Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA2:55 PMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)€3201One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus11:55 AM44h00Kraków, Airport7:55 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€3081One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus11:25 AM44h00Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA7:25 AMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)€3101One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Kraków to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 2.1 - 5.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €36, and a bus costs an average of €101.
Distance: 2126 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
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€178 Average price | €176 Average price Cheapest |
41h 17m Average total duration 40h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 12m Average total duration Fastest 4h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
2.1 - 5.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 6.4 - 12.8kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Kraków to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Madrid buses for today, Friday, August 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 44h30 | 7:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 44h00 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 AM Kraków, Airport | 44h00 | 7:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Kraków, Airport | 44h55 | 8:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 49h10 | 1:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 42h55 | 8:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 43h40 | 8:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Kraków, Airport | 48h00 | 1:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 45h25 | 1:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 44h20 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 45h00 | 3:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 43h50 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 44h30 | 3:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 59h55 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 60h25 | 7:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 PM Kraków, Airport | 44h00 | 3:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kraków to Madrid
Poland
Spain
Buses from Kraków to Madrid run on average 9 times per day, taking around 40h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €101 but you can travel from only €36 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 2126 km distance in 41h 0m.
Distance 2126 km |
Average bus duration 40h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €101 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 41h 0m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Euroticket from Kraków to MadridYou can travel by bus between Kraków to Madrid with FlixBus, Infobus, Euroticket for as low as €36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Kraków to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków to Madrid 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 Madrid, 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.
- Euroticket
- The full cost of the ticket is refunded only if the flight was canceled by the carrier itself
- otherwise, the refund amount depends on the time of the cancellation request, with 85% refunded 48 hours before the trip and 15-50% refunded 1 to 12 hours before departure.
- 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).
- Euroticket
- Each passenger can carry one hand luggage up to 5 kg in the passenger area and two pieces of luggage in the trunk of the bus free of charge.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Euroticket
- Additional luggage can be carried for a fixed fee paid at ticket registration on the bus.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Euroticket
- Small pets (under 6kg) in carriers (max 45x30x25cm) travel free on some routes, larger dogs require a ticket and must be leashed and muzzled, but pets are not allowed on trains to and from London, between Brussels and Lille, or on Eurostar Sun and Snow routes.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kraków to Madrid
Most Kraków to Madrid buses use the Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). Use this guide to compare Kraków and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Kraków station do buses to Madrid 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 Madrid station do buses from Kraków arrive at?
Getting to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 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 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Getting to Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro / C. del Oriana from Madrid city centre
Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro / C. del Oriana is 2 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro / C. del Oriana bus station facilities and services
Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro / C. del Oriana 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 and snack bars available inside the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs available near ticketing area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro / C. del Oriana.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro / C. del Oriana: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro / C. del Oriana: Wheelchair access and elevators available.
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