The cheapest and fastest buses from Riga to Kraków
Cheapest price
€77
Average price
€105
Fastest journey
15 h 30 m
Average duration
17 h 8 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
813 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Riga to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riga to Kraków will cost around €105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €77.
Of the 12 buses that leave Riga for Kraków on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 813 km distance in an average of 17 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 30 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 18 h 26 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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RJ 5392/3 (Gdynia -> Cracow)Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Riga to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Riga to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 26m. 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 €35, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 813 km
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€50 Average price Cheapest | €144 Average price |
16h 45m Average total duration 16h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Riga to Kraków bus times
The table below shows live departures for Riga to Kraków buses for today, Saturday, December 20. 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 | 7:50 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 18h45 | 2:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 19h10 | 3:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 21h10 | 10:50 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 21h27 | 11:07 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 19h35 | 9:15 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 18h50 | 9:35 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 15h30 | 11:35 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 21h27 | 5:32 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 16h55 | 1:00 PM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 17h30 | 3:25 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 18h30 | 4:25 PM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 20h32 | 6:27 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
EL-20|18859>21849+ RJ 5392/3 (Gdynia -> Cracow) | 12:55 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 18h26 | 7:21 PM Kraków Główny | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:15 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 17h20 | 9:35 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 18h44 | 10:59 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Riga to Kraków
Buses from Riga to Kraków run on average 15 times per day, taking around 16h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €25 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 813 km distance in 15h 40m.
Distance 813 km |
Average bus duration 16h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 15h 40m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Riga to KrakówYou can travel by bus between Riga to Kraków with FlixBus for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Riga to Kraków
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riga 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 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 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 Riga to Kraków
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Autoosta (in the station)
- Bakery Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 9, 11, 18 Train: A, B, C
- 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
- 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
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