Buses from Kraków to Budapest
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Kraków to Budapest
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The fastest buses
from Kraków
to Budapest
Fastest Journey
10h 40m
Average
12h 22m
Buses per day
5
Distance
295 km
Of the 5 bus that leave Kraków for Budapest every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct bus cover the 295 km distance in an average of 12h 22m but if you time it right, some bus will get you there in just 10h 40m .
The slowest bus will take 13h 45m 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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The cheapest buses
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Budapest will cost around $ 36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 33.
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Journey Summary
Kraków to Budapest Bus Information
| Avg. Bus Duration: | 8 hours 19 minutes | |
| Coach Ticket Price: | $14 | |
| Buses depart from: | Kraków | |
| Bus arrives in: | Budapest | |
| Distance: | 295 km | |
| Bus Companies: | Flixbus |
Buses from Krakow to Budapest
Krakow and Budapest are located around 300 km apart, with Slovakia separating them. There are direct buses from Krakow to Budapest offered approximately 4 times per day by PolskiBus, Infobus, and RegioJet. Buses depart from Krakow's Glówny bus station and arrives at Budapest's Népliget station. There are several non-direct services, which mostly involve a change of bus in Bratislava, elsewhere in Slovakia or Vienna.
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Krakow to Budapest Bus Cost
Average prices for buses from Krakow to Budapest when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€9 |
1 Day in Advance |
€9 |
1 Week in Advance |
€7 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€7 |
1 Month in Advance |
€7 |
3 Months in Advance |
€5 |
Krakow to Budapest Buses: General Information
Taking a bus from Krakow can take as little as 7 hours to arrive in Budapest.
Most Krakow to Budapest buses are run by either PolskiBus, Infobus, and RegioJet.- Most buses are direct, departing from Krakow's Glówny bus station and arriving at Budapest's Népliget station.
- Traveling from Krakow to Budapest by bus takes as little as 7 hours.
- Most travelers book their Krakow to Budapest bus ticket 1 day in advance of the travel date.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices for Krakow to Budapest buses decrease the further they are booked in advance:
Taking the Bus from Krakow
Krakow's main bus terminal is integrated into the newly redeveloped, underground Krakow Glówny transportation center, just to the east of the railway station in the city center. Getting to the station is easy, and Krakow has a well-developed public transport system of buses and tram lines, that are simple to navigate. Taxis are a good and inexpensive option, especially for those with lots of luggage. There are 8 night bus lines in Krakow, all of which pass through the Glówny railway station.
Getting into Budapest by Bus
The capital city of Hungary, Budapest has gained a name for itself amongst Europeans as the "Paris of the former Eastern bloc". The city's laid-back feel has been attracting visitors from across the continent and beyond, for those who wish to relax in the numerous geothermal spas, spend time in the many bars and coffee shops, party away in the burgeoning nightlife or take in the cultural splendor of the palaces and museums. Buses from Krakow to Budapest arrive at Népliget bus station. The M3 metro line (the blue one) is the easiest way of continuing your journey. Taxis in Budapest are pretty cheap, and the Népliget is well served by buses, also at night.
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