- 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 Oct 16
$81
Average ticket price on Oct 16
$116
Fastest journey on Oct 16
13 h 52 m
Average journey duration on Oct 16
14 h 14 m
Buses on Oct 16
32
Distance
802 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main 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 to Kraków will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
On Fri, Oct 16, we found 32 buses from Frankfurt am Main to Kraków, including 5 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 16 the direct buses cover the 802 km distance in an average of 14 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 52 m .
On Fri, Oct 16 the slowest buses will take 14 h 27 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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FlixTrainBuses from Frankfurt am Main to Kraków run on average 27 times per day, taking around 15h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 498 miles (802 km) distance in 13h 30m.
Distance 498 miles (802 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 13h 30m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:58AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 13h17 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:58AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 15h52 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:58AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 13h52 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:58PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 16h12 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:03PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 17h57 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:58PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 19h27 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:58PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 14h27 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 20h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 17h11 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $56 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Kraków buses for today, Thursday, October 15. 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 | 6:05 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 15h10 | 9:15 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 17h15 | 2:20 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 16h50 | 2:20 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 16h20 | 1:50 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 9:58 AM Frankfurt South station | 14h17 | 12:15 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 9:58 AM Frankfurt South station | 15h52 | 1:50 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 19h55 | 6:35 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 19h20 | 6:35 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 18h50 | 6:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 19h55 | 8:25 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 21h45 | 11:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:58 PM Frankfurt South station | 16h02 | 6:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:58 PM Frankfurt South station | 16h12 | 6:10 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:03 PM Frankfurt South station | 17h57 | 8:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:03 PM Frankfurt South station | 17h27 | 7:30 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 5:20 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 14h40 | 8:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 14h10 | 7:30 AM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 18h05 | 11:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:58 PM Frankfurt South station | 17h27 | 11:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 5:58 PM Frankfurt South station | 14h27 | 8:25 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:58 PM Frankfurt South station | 15h47 | 9:45 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 20h15 | 2:20 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
0 | 8:15 PM Frankfurt am Main | 14h55 | 11:10 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 15h20 | 2:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 14h45 | 2:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 17h11 | 5:10 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 16h15 | 5:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 16h15 | 5:55 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 15h50 | 5:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:50 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 17h30 | 7:20 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:50 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 16h55 | 6:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 19h25 | 11:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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 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 and Kraków bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Hausmann's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal, offering various banking services.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36).
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food outlets and cafes are inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof.
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof: The station is fully accessible to wheelchair users.
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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