The cheapest and fastest buses from Barcelona to Kraków
Cheapest price
$145
Average price
$198
Fastest journey
1 d 7 h 10 m
Average duration
1 d 10 h 27 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
1677 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Kraków will cost around $198 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $145.
Of the 17 buses that leave Barcelona for Kraków on Wed, May 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 1677 km distance in an average of 1 d 10 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 7 h 10 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 1 d 11 h 45 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus7:30 AM35h15Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord6:45 PMKraków, Airport$1451One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus9:25 PM38h00Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord11:25 AMKrakow, Czyżyny Bus Station$1641One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus5:45 PM41h40Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants11:25 AMKrakow, Czyżyny Bus Station$1731One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus7:30 AM35h50Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord7:20 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA$1731One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus5:45 PM35h20Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants5:05 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA$1731One-way1 transfer
416вп12:30 PM31h10Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord7:40 PMBalice, Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego (Kraków Airport)$2261One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus6:20 PM34h45Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord5:05 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA$1731One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus7:30 AM35h15Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord6:45 PMKraków, Airport$1451One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus5:45 PM35h20Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants5:05 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA$1731One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:20 PM35h45Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord6:05 AMKraków, Airport$1781One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $89. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.7 - 4.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $89, and a train costs an average of $512.
Distance: 1042 miles (1677 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$148 Average price Cheapest | $157 Average price | $513 Average price | $436 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
33h 51m Average total duration 33h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 41h 53m Average total duration 41h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.7 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 5.0 - 10.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Barcelona to Kraków:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Kraków costing on average $157 (€127).
A bus is $365 (€295) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Kraków costing on average $513 (€414).
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Bus takes on average 33h 21m.
Train takes on average 41h 23m.
Tickets start at around $148 (€119) compared to roughly $436 (€352) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $288 (€233). The journey takes 33h 21m versus 22h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Infobus, Euroticket, Sindbad.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Barcelona to Kraków Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 40h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 35h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 44h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 38h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 36h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 31h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $226 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 36h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 35h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 39h55 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 37h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $155 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 37h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 36h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 35h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 35h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $213 |
Live departures
Barcelona to Kraków bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Kraków buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 45h15 | 11:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 40h15 | 6:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 35h50 | 7:20 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 35h15 | 6:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 44h40 | 5:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 38h00 | 11:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
416вп | 12:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 31h10 | 7:40 PM Balice, Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego (Kraków Airport) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 36h20 | 6:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 41h40 | 11:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 35h20 | 5:05 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 35h45 | 6:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 34h45 | 5:05 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 38h00 | 11:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 37h10 | 10:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 44h17 | 7:27 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 42h35 | 5:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 38h20 | 1:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Kraków
Buses from Barcelona to Kraków run on average 15 times per day, taking around 33h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $89 (€72) but you can travel from only $52 (€42) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:50, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 1042 miles (1677 km) distance in 31h 10m.
Distance 1042 miles (1677 km) |
Average bus duration 33h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€72) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 31h 10m |
First bus 1:50 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Euroticket, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar Bus from Barcelona to KrakówYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Kraków with FlixBus, Infobus, Euroticket, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $52 (€42). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Barcelona to Kraków
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona 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.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Sindbad
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Wawel Castle, a historic royal residence and a symbol of Polish heritage featuring a museum and cathedral
- Main Market Square, one of the largest medieval squares in Europe, surrounded by historic buildings and lively cafes
- St. Mary's Basilica, a Gothic church known for its stunning wooden altarpiece and hourly trumpet call
- Kazimierz, the historic Jewish quarter with synagogues, cultural sites, and vibrant nightlife
- Schindler's Factory, a museum detailing Kraków's World War II history and the story of Oskar Schindler.
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, a solemn site dedicated to the victims of the Holocaust
- Wieliczka Salt Mine, an underground labyrinth of tunnels and chambers showcasing centuries-old salt sculptures
- Explore the vibrant street art scene in Kraków, particularly in the Kazimierz district
- Take a relaxing walk along the Vistula River, enjoying the scenic views and local atmosphere
- Visit the Kraków Cloth Hall, a historic market building offering local crafts and souvenirs.
- 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 Barcelona to Kraków
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 78, 109 Metro: L3, L5 Train: R1, R2, R3
- 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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