The cheapest and fastest buses from Nuremberg to Kraków
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€53
Fastest journey
10 h 40 m
Average duration
12 h
Buses per day
3
Distance
640 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nuremberg to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Kraków will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Of the 3 buses that leave Nuremberg for Kraków on Sun, Jan 25, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 25 the direct buses cover the 640 km distance in an average of 12 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 40 m .
On Sun, Jan 25 the slowest buses will take 12 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.






Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Nuremberg to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, and a flight costs an average of €105.
Distance: 640 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€54 Average price Cheapest | €123 Average price | €269 Average price |
11h 44m Average total duration 11h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 41m Average total duration 10h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nuremberg to Kraków bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Kraków buses for today, Saturday, January 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:55 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 15h10 | 5:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:55 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 11h10 | 4:05 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 11h10 | 6:50 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 10h40 | 6:20 AM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 14h45 | 10:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
0 | 9:00 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 13h10 | 10:10 AM Kraków, Main Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, January 25 | |||||
![]() | 9:15 AM Nuremberg | 12h30 | 9:45 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nuremberg to Kraków
Buses from Nuremberg to Kraków run on average 14 times per day, taking around 11h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €34 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:58, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 640 km distance in 10h 40m.
Distance 640 km |
Average bus duration 11h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €34 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 10h 40m |
First bus 00:58 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar from Nuremberg to KrakówYou can travel by bus between Nuremberg to Kraków with Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €34. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nuremberg to Kraków
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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.

When departing from Nuremberg, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Nuremberg and Nürnberg, ZOB. When arriving in Kraków, you can end your route in coach stations like Kraków, Airport, Kraków, Olszanicka (Stacja Paliw Orlen) and Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nuremberg, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 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 Nuremberg to Kraków
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bakery (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 36, 46, 47 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2
- 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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