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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Žilina to Kraków
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Žilina to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Žilina to Kraków will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 4 buses that leave Žilina for Kraków on Sun, Dec 21, 4 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 127 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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 Žilina to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Žilina to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 127 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €37 Average price |
4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Žilina to Kraków bus times
The table below shows live departures for Žilina 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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| 12:50 PM Žilina | 3h25 | 4:15 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:40 PM Žilina | 3h40 | 6:20 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:20 PM Žilina | 3h40 | 11:00 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| FlixBus | 1:20 AM Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 3h55 | 5:15 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:20 AM Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 3h20 | 4:40 AM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Žilina to Kraków
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Buses from Žilina to Kraków run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 127 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 127 km |
Average bus duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Žilina to KrakówYou can travel by bus between Žilina to Kraków with FlixBus for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Žilina to Kraków
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Žilina 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 Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Kraków, Airport, located 10.5 miles (17 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Žilina to Kraków
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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