- Must visit
Lehmbruck Museum
Major art museum focused on sculpture and modern art, centered on works by Wilhelm Lehmbruck in a notable park setting.
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
14 h 2 m
Average duration
15 h 3 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
938 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kraków to Duisburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Duisburg will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 18 buses that leave Kraków for Duisburg on Sun, May 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 938 km distance in an average of 15 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 2 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 15 h 52 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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FlixTrainOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Duisburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $63, and a flight costs an average of $61.
Distance: 582 miles (938 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$91 Average price Cheapest | $111 Average price | $204 Average price | $208 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 59m Average total duration 17h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 52m Average total duration 12h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.8 - 5.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Kraków to Duisburg:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kraków to Duisburg costing on average $111 (€89).
A bus is $113 (€91) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kraków to Duisburg costing on average $204 (€165).
Other travel options to Duisburg take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 22m.
Bus takes on average 17h 29m.
Tickets start at around $91 (€73) compared to roughly $208 (€167) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $117 (€94). The journey takes 17h 29m versus 11h 21m 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, 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 12:10AM | Arrival Time 05:02PM | Duration 16h52 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 05:02PM | Duration 15h12 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 09:02PM | Duration 15h52 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:02PM | Duration 14h02 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 12:17PM | Duration 20h57 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 11:02AM | Duration 18h27 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 01:02PM | Duration 18h27 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 01:02PM | Duration 15h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 05:02PM | Duration 18h37 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Duisburg buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:00 PM Kraków | 19h25 | 4:25 PM Duisburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 12:10 AM Kraków, Airport | 16h52 | 5:02 PM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 1:50 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 15h12 | 5:02 PM Duisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 5:10 AM Kraków, Airport | 15h52 | 9:02 PM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 7:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 14h02 | 9:02 PM Duisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 19h30 | 5:25 AM Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Kraków, Airport | 17h25 | 5:25 AM Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 19h10 | 7:20 AM Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 18h10 | 7:25 AM Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 1:15 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 19h34 | 8:49 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Kraków, Airport | 18h00 | 7:20 AM Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Kraków to Duisburg run on average 20 times per day, taking around 17h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $63 (€50) but you can travel from only $52 (€42) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 582 miles (938 km) distance in 17h 55m.
Distance 582 miles (938 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€50) |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 17h 55m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Major art museum focused on sculpture and modern art, centered on works by Wilhelm Lehmbruck in a notable park setting.
Contemporary art museum in the Innenhafen, known for large-scale installations and a striking converted industrial building.
City history museum covering Duisburg’s archaeological, cultural, and mercantile past near the old harbor area.
Revitalized inner harbor with promenades, modern architecture, waterside walks, and one of the city’s most photogenic urban areas.
Large lake district and recreation area ideal for walking, cycling, and escaping the industrial cityscape into nature.
Spacious riverside park with industrial views, event spaces, and broad paths popular with walkers and local residents.
A Ruhr area classic of sliced sausage with curried ketchup and fries, popular as quick comfort food across Duisburg.
Marinated pot roast in a sweet-sour gravy, a traditional Rhineland dish commonly enjoyed in the wider Lower Rhine region.
A regional plate of mashed potatoes and apples, often served with onions and sausage, well known in Rhineland home cooking.
Upscale restaurant in the Innenhafen area known for refined modern cuisine and a stylish waterfront setting.
Well-known brewpub serving house beer and hearty German dishes in a lively, casual atmosphere near the city center.
Popular Rhine-side beer garden with classic regional food, drinks, and one of the best outdoor views in Duisburg.
Moderate by German standards. Budget eats are reasonable, while hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés; not expected for counter service.
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