- Must visit
Uffizi Galleries
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits and often requires advance booking in busy seasons.
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
21 h 15 m
Average duration
22 h 45 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
961 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kraków to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Florence will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
It's difficult to get from Kraków to Florence without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $74. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $74, and a flight costs an average of $26.
Distance: 597 miles (961 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$115 Average price Cheapest | $127 Average price | $326 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 6m Average total duration 19h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.8kg 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 Florence:
A bus is $12 (€9) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kraków to Florence costing on average $127 (€103).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Bus takes on average 19h 36m.
Tickets start at around $115 (€93) compared to roughly $326 (€263) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $211 (€170). The journey takes 19h 36m versus 13h 20m 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, Euroticket, Miś Krosno.
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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 31h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $140 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 26h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 27h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 24h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 25h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 23h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 25h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 23h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 22h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 26h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 26h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 23h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 25h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 26h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $169 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 29h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 26h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 27h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 25h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $121 |
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Florence buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. 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 | 6:40 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 26h25 | 9:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 27h00 | 10:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 AM Kraków, Airport | 23h25 | 11:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 23h25 | 1:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Kraków, Airport | 22h40 | 2:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 21h15 | 2:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 28h15 | 9:00 PM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 25h00 | 7:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 30h25 | 1:00 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 24h30 | 7:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 PM Kraków, Airport | 29h25 | 1:00 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 PM Kraków, Airport | 24h00 | 7:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 AM Kraków, Airport | 31h50 | 10:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 23h50 | 5:40 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Kraków to Florence run on average 17 times per day, taking around 19h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $74 (€60) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 597 miles (961 km) distance in 20h 25m.
Distance 597 miles (961 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€60) |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 20h 25m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits and often requires advance booking in busy seasons.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, this compact but world-famous museum also holds important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Timed entry is commonly advisable.
Outstanding museum for original sculptures and treasures from Florence Cathedral, including works by Donatello, Ghiberti, and Michelangelo. A superb companion to the Duomo complex.
The monumental heart of Florence, surrounded by the cathedral, baptistery, and bell tower. Essential for first-time visitors and iconic city views.
Historic civic square lined with statues and anchored by Palazzo Vecchio. A lively open-air showcase of Florence’s political and artistic heritage.
The city’s most famous viewpoint, especially popular at sunset for sweeping panoramas over Florence. A social-media favorite and classic photo stop.
A Thick-Cut T-Bone Steak From Chianina Beef, Charcoal-Grilled Rare. It Is Florence’s Signature Dish And A Classic Of Tuscan Cooking.
A Hearty Tuscan Soup Of Bread, Cannellini Beans, Kale, And Vegetables, Traditionally Reboiled The Next Day For Deeper Flavor.
A Rustic Tomato And Bread Soup With Garlic, Olive Oil, And Basil. It Is A Beloved Florentine Comfort Dish.
A Refined Michelin-Starred Restaurant Offering Creative Tuscan Cuisine In An Elegant Contemporary Setting.
An Old-Style Florentine Institution Known For Its Butter Chicken, Artichoke Omelette, And Traditional Tuscan Atmosphere.
Historic, Bustling Trattoria Near Mercato Centrale, Famous For Florentine Classics Such As Bistecca Alla Fiorentina And Ribollita.
Moderate for Italy: museums and central hotels cost more, while casual dining and local transport stay reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Small change is fine in cafes; round up taxi fares.
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Scandicci Villa Costanza, Florence -> Firenze Santa Maria Novella, Florence
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