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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Kraków to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
17 h 40 m
Average duration
18 h 43 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
811 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kraków to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 3 buses that leave Kraków for Frankfurt am Main Airport on Sat, Aug 01, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct buses cover the 811 km distance in an average of 18 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 40 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest buses will take 20 h 25 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.
10:25 AM18h05Kraków4:30 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport$721One-way0 transfers- 5:35 PM20h25Kraków2:00 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport$741One-way0 transfers
- 4:40 AM17h40Kraków10:20 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport$801One-way0 transfers
- 4:40 AM17h40Kraków10:20 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport$801One-way0 transfers
- 10:25 AM18h05Kraków4:30 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport$721One-way0 transfers
- 5:35 PM20h25Kraków2:00 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport$741One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Kraków to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $59, and a flight costs an average of $101.
Distance: 503 miles (811 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$85 Average price | $237 Average price | $80 Average price Cheapest | $188 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 38m Average total duration 16h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 57m Average total duration 12h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kraków to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Kraków to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $85 (€69).
A train is $157 (€128) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kraków to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $237 (€193).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 27m.
Bus takes on average 16h 8m.
Tickets start at around $85 (€69) compared to roughly $188 (€153) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $103 (€84). The journey takes 16h 8m versus 9h 13m 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 FlixBus, Infobus.
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.
Kraków to Frankfurt am Main Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 24h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 22h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $154 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $163 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $82 |
Live departures
Kraków to Frankfurt am Main Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Frankfurt am Main Airport buses for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 17h55 | 6:30 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Kraków, Airport | 17h10 | 6:30 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 17h40 | 7:25 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 3:55 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 15h30 | 7:25 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 0 | 4:15 PM Kraków | 15h15 | 7:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 4:15 PM Kraków | 15h30 | 7:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 20h25 | 3:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 18h50 | 3:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:40 PM Kraków, Airport | 18h20 | 3:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 19h45 | 5:45 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 19h40 | 7:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
| 4:40 AM Kraków | 17h40 | 10:20 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kraków to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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Buses from Kraków to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 15 times per day, taking around 16h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $62 (€51) but you can travel from only $59 (€48) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 04:40, the last at 22:25. The fastest bus covers the 503 miles (811 km) distance in 15h 15m.
Distance 503 miles (811 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€51) |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 15h 15m |
First bus 4:40 AM |
Last bus 10:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus from Kraków to Frankfurt am Main AirportYou can travel by bus between Kraków to Frankfurt am Main Airport with FlixBus, Infobus for as low as $59 (€48). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Kraków to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków to Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kraków to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Most Kraków to Frankfurt am Main Airport buses use the Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA to Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) station pair. Use this guide to compare Kraków and Frankfurt am Main Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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:
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.
Getting to Kraków, Airport from Kraków city centre
Kraków, Airport is 9 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków, Airport bus station facilities and services
Kraków, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Kraków (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kraków, Airport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kraków, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Krakow, Czyżyny Dworzec from Kraków city centre
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