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Overview: Bus from Kraków to Balice
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Take a bus from Kraków to Balice and enjoy the approximately 6 miles (11 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:40.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Journey facts
- Distance6 miles (11 km)
- First bus1:00 AM
- Last bus11:40 PM
- High SeasonApr - Jun
- Low SeasonJul - Sep
- Best time to book1 day
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Frequently asked questions about your Kraków to Balice trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Kraków to Balice.
The earliest bus from Kraków to Balice leaves at 1:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Kraków to Balice leaves at 11:40 PM.
Kraków to Balice Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 02:13AM | Arrival Time 03:57AM | Duration 1h44 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 03:58AM | Arrival Time 04:23AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 04:13AM | Arrival Time 05:02AM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 04:21AM | Arrival Time 05:17AM | Duration 0h56 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 05:42AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 06:17AM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 05:21AM | Arrival Time 05:46AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 05:28AM | Arrival Time 05:53AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 06:07AM | Arrival Time 07:14AM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 06:57AM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 06:37AM | Arrival Time 07:44AM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 06:41AM | Arrival Time 07:37AM | Duration 0h56 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 07:12AM | Arrival Time 08:12AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 07:16AM | Arrival Time 07:41AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 07:37AM | Arrival Time 08:54AM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 07:57AM | Arrival Time 09:06AM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 08:38AM | Arrival Time 09:44AM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 08:58AM | Arrival Time 10:06AM | Duration 1h08 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 09:01AM | Arrival Time 09:27AM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 09:38AM | Arrival Time 10:24AM | Duration 0h46 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 10:18AM | Arrival Time 11:06AM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 10:58AM | Arrival Time 11:44AM | Duration 0h46 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 11:18AM | Arrival Time 12:06PM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 11:21AM | Arrival Time 11:47AM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 12:18PM | Arrival Time 01:06PM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 12:38PM | Arrival Time 01:24PM | Duration 0h46 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 12:58PM | Arrival Time 01:44PM | Duration 0h46 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 01:16PM | Arrival Time 01:42PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 01:18PM | Arrival Time 02:06PM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 01:58PM | Arrival Time 02:54PM | Duration 0h56 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 02:18PM | Arrival Time 03:06PM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 02:58PM | Arrival Time 03:44PM | Duration 0h46 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 03:06PM | Arrival Time 03:32PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 03:18PM | Arrival Time 04:06PM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 03:38PM | Arrival Time 04:24PM | Duration 0h46 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 04:18PM | Arrival Time 05:06PM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 04:58PM | Arrival Time 05:44PM | Duration 0h46 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 05:06PM | Arrival Time 05:32PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 05:18PM | Arrival Time 06:06PM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 05:58PM | Arrival Time 07:06PM | Duration 1h08 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 06:38PM | Arrival Time 07:44PM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 07:16PM | Arrival Time 07:42PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 07:38PM | Arrival Time 08:56PM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 08:37PM | Arrival Time 09:34PM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 09:06PM | Arrival Time 09:31PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 09:37PM | Arrival Time 10:51PM | Duration 1h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 09:57PM | Arrival Time 11:04PM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator MPK S.A. w Krakowie | Departure Time 10:41PM | Arrival Time 11:06PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Bus companies
Bus companies from Kraków to Balice
Buses from Kraków to Balice with MPK S.A. w Krakowie. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
MPK S.A. w Krakowie
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average MPK S.A. w Krakowie Duration
25m
Cheapest MPK S.A. w Krakowie Price
$2
MPK S.A. w Krakowie frequency
25 a day
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Kraków and Balice
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a bus from Kraków to Balice, you can count on MPK S.A. w Krakowie for the best way to get you to Balice. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Kraków and Balice and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
No, the bus from Kraków to Balice has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Kraków to Balice.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Kraków to Balice.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Kraków to Balice.
No, luggage for the bus from Kraków to Balice needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Kraków to Balice.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Kraków to Balice.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Kraków to Balice.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Kraków to Balice.
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Things to do in Balice
Discover the best of Balice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Balice trip today.
- Must visit
The Princes Czartoryski Museum
Leading Polish art museum with Leonardo da Vinci's Lady with an Ermine and major European decorative and fine arts holdings.
- Must visit
Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
Powerful museum in Oskar Schindler's former factory, presenting Kraków under Nazi occupation through immersive historical exhibition design.
- Must visit
Main Market Square
Europe's largest medieval market square, ringed by historic facades, churches, and museums; the heart of Kraków sightseeing.
- Must visit
Wawel Hill
Castle hill above the Vistula with historic walls, courtyards, and some of Kraków's most iconic urban views.
- Must visit
Planty Park
Green belt park replacing medieval walls, perfect for relaxed walks around the Old Town and easy access to major monuments.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Oscypek
Smoked sheep’s cheese from the Tatra region, often sold across Lesser Poland. Its carved shape and salty taste make it a beloved southern Polish specialty.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Obwarzanek Krakowski
A ring-shaped bread snack from nearby Kraków, sprinkled with salt, poppy or sesame. It is one of the region’s most iconic street foods and protected by EU status.
- Vegetarian
Pierogi Ruskie
Small dumplings filled with potato and fresh cheese, common in Małopolska homes. They are a comforting classic and one of Poland’s best-known traditional dishes.
Pod Baranem
Refined restaurant in nearby Kraków serving modern Polish cuisine in an elegant setting. A strong option for a higher-end regional dining experience.
Morskie Oko
Well-known casual eatery in Kraków specializing in hearty Polish classics, dumplings and soups with a relaxed, dependable atmosphere.
Restauracja Wierzynek
Established Kraków restaurant focused on traditional Polish food and local hospitality. Popular for visitors seeking classic dishes in historic surroundings.
Polish złoty (zł)
More budget-friendly than many Western European destinations, with lower dining, transit, and hotel costs around Kraków Airport and nearby Kraków.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- 20-35 zł for fast food or simple meals.
- Mid-range
- 50-90 zł per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- 150 zł+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- 12-18 zł for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. In restaurants, leave about 10% for good service. Round up in taxis and cafés if service was good.
Jakdojade
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 6,00 zł
- Day pass
- 17,00 zł
To the city center
Balice, Grzybów (nż) -> Kraków Główny
- Distance
- 12 km
- Travel time
- 35 min
- Contactless payment is available on many Kraków buses and trams via onboard ticket machines, but not guaranteed on every vehicle.
- For Balice to central Kraków, Bus 300 is a practical direct option; validate your ticket immediately after boarding if required.
Plan your visit to Balice
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Balice.
The currency used in Poland is the Polish złoty (PLN). For travelers, both cash and card payments are widely accepted, but using cards is often more convenient and secure, especially in cities. However, carrying some cash is recommended for small purchases or in rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Balice, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially near crowded areas like the airport and public transportation hubs. Avoid unlicensed taxi services to prevent overcharging. Always use official ticket counters and transportation services to reduce the risk of scams related to fake or overpriced tickets. Staying vigilant in busy spots helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
FAQs: Bus from Kraków to Balice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków to Balice 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 Balice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Yes, you can take a bus between Kraków and Balice.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kraków to Balice
Most Kraków to Balice buses use the Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA to station pair. Use this guide to compare Kraków and Balice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Kraków
Arrival bus stations in Balice
Which Kraków station do buses to Balice leave from?
Buses from Kraków to Balice leave from Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Kraków city centre at ul. Bosacka 18, 31-505 Krakow, Poland.
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDAul. Bosacka 18, 31-505 Krakow, Poland
City-centre transport
Getting to Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA from Kraków city centre
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
BusA1, A14, A40, A44, A56, A64 · 7m · $2 · every ~14 min
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA bus station facilities and services
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Polish Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA: Elevators, ramps.
Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy GłównyPawia 5a, 31-154 Kraków, Poland
City-centre transport
Getting to Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny from Kraków city centre
Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
BusA1, A14, A40, A44, A56, A64 · 7m · $2 · every ~14 min
Tram3, 69 · 4m · every ~13 min
Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny bus station facilities and services
Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several food outlets available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi accessible within the main waiting area. ATMs are aTM machines available on site.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny: Wheelchair accessible with assistance available.
Krakow, Czyżyny DworzecKrakow Czyzyny Bus Station, Mieczysława Medweckiego 15, 31-870
City-centre transport
Getting to Krakow, Czyżyny Dworzec from Kraków city centre
BusN899, 1316 · 10m · $2
662, 664 · 20m · $2 · every ~1 min
174 · 21m · $2 · every ~5 min
Tram52, 75, 74 · 18m · every ~25 min
52, 74 · 20m · every ~22 min
1, 14 · 30m · every ~20 min
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