- Must visit
Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
Flagship museum in Oskar Schindler’s former factory, presenting Kraków under Nazi occupation through immersive historical displays.
Cheapest price on Sep 01
lei247
Average ticket price on Sep 01
lei367
Fastest journey on Sep 01
17 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
20 h 28 m
Buses on Sep 01
3
Distance
811 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kraków will cost around lei367 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only lei247.
On Tue, Sep 01, we found 3 buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kraków, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 01 the direct buses cover the 811 km distance in an average of 20 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 40 m .
On Tue, Sep 01 the slowest buses will take 23 h 20 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.






Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of lei363 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of lei363, while a flight costs an average of lei1039.
Distance: 503 miles (811 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
lei391 Average price | lei1039 Average price | lei363 Average price Cheapest | lei862 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 13m Average total duration 12h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 13m Average total duration 11h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kraków:
A train is lei28 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kraków costing on average lei391.
A train is lei675 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kraków costing on average lei1039.
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 43m.
Bus takes on average 12h 43m.
Tickets start at around lei391 compared to roughly lei862 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about lei471. The journey takes 12h 43m versus 9h 9m 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, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 06:27PM | Duration 18h12 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price lei390 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei364 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei367 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price lei741 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price lei414 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei367 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price lei425 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei369 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price lei543 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei381 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei381 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 21h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei409 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 23h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price lei396 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 23h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price lei220 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei423 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei345 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price lei430 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price lei432 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price lei417 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price lei451 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei544 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei544 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price lei427 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price lei339 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei330 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 05:27PM | Duration 18h12 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price lei381 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 07:27PM | Duration 19h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei358 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kraków buses for today, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:05 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 23h20 | 3:25 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:40 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 19h50 | 2:30 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 18h15 | 3:45 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 18h15 | 4:45 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 1 | |||||
![]() | 9:55 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 20h25 | 6:20 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kraków run on average 15 times per day, taking around 12h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at lei314 but you can travel from only lei191 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 503 miles (811 km) distance in 15h 20m.
Distance 503 miles (811 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price lei314 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 15h 20m |
First bus 2:35 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
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Discover the best of Kraków — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kraków trip today.
Flagship museum in Oskar Schindler’s former factory, presenting Kraków under Nazi occupation through immersive historical displays.
Branch of the Czartoryski Museum famed for Leonardo da Vinci’s Lady with an Ermine and important European decorative arts.
Underground archaeological museum beneath the Main Square, revealing medieval streets, artifacts, and the city’s early trade history.
Historic district south of the Old Town, known for synagogues, courtyards, layered history, and one of Kraków’s best walking atmospheres.
Medieval core of Kraków packed with churches, squares, lanes, and landmarks; the city’s essential area for first-time visitors.
Leafy park ring replacing the old city walls, ideal for a relaxed walk around the Old Town between major sights.
Obwarzanek Krakowski is Kraków’s iconic ring-shaped bread, chewy and topped with salt, poppy or sesame. It has protected status and is sold from blue street stalls.
Maczanka Krakowska is a traditional Kraków sandwich of slow-cooked pork in a soft roll, often called a local ancestor of pulled pork sandwiches.
Pierogi are dumplings common in Kraków, often filled with meat, potato and cheese, or seasonal fruit. They are a staple of Polish home cooking and milk bars.
Popular traditional venue near the center serving hearty Polish specialties in a rustic cellar atmosphere with strong local character.
Well-known milk bar for budget-friendly Polish comfort food such as pierogi, soups, and pancakes in a simple local canteen setting.
Historic restaurant on the Main Square known for classic Polish dishes, elegant interiors, and traditional service in a landmark setting.
More affordable than many Western European city breaks. Dining and transit are low-cost, while central hotels can rise in peak season.
Tipping is appreciated, not mandatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 10%. Tip taxis by rounding up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is common.
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Kraków Dworzec Autobusowy MDA -> Rynek Główny, Kraków
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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.

Most Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kraków buses use the Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) to Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA station pair, with some services arriving at Kraków, Airport. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport and Kraków bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Polish Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
Available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA: Elevators, ramps.
Kraków, Airport is 9 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Kraków (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Kraków, Airport.
Available at Kraków, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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