The cheapest and fastest buses from Kraków to Hamburg
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
12 h
Average duration
13 h 13 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
785 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kraków to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Hamburg will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 10 buses that leave Kraków for Hamburg on Fri, Jan 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 16 the direct buses cover the 785 km distance in an average of 13 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h .
On Fri, Jan 16 the slowest buses will take 13 h 55 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Kraków to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. 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 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €123.
Distance: 487 miles (785 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€65 Average price Cheapest | €99 Average price | €247 Average price |
12h 56m Average total duration 12h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 46m Average total duration 9h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Kraków to Hamburg Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 04:34PM | Duration 16h29 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 04:34PM | Duration 16h24 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 04:34PM | Duration 14h44 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 20h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 12:34PM | Duration 19h04 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 12:34PM | Duration 18h34 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:34PM | Duration 16h34 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 12:34PM | Duration 15h39 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:34PM | Duration 14h34 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 04:34PM | Duration 18h09 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 04:34PM | Duration 17h04 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 04:34PM | Duration 16h54 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Live departures
Kraków to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Hamburg buses for today, Thursday, January 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0 | 3:15 PM Kraków, Main Train Station | 13h45 | 5:00 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 12h00 | 5:05 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:35 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 16h40 | 10:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 7:55 PM Kraków, Airport | 15h39 | 11:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 9:00 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 14h34 | 11:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 16h00 | 1:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 9:25 PM Kraków, Airport | 18h09 | 3:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 17h04 | 3:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 13h25 | 12:40 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 14h05 | 2:55 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 AM Kraków, Airport | 15h45 | 7:55 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 13h55 | 7:55 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Kraków, Airport | 14h45 | 1:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 13h00 | 1:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 PM Kraków, Airport | 14h45 | 5:05 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kraków to Hamburg
Buses from Kraków to Hamburg run on average 15 times per day, taking around 12h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 487 miles (785 km) distance in 12h 0m.
Distance 487 miles (785 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 12h 0m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Kraków to Hamburg start from as low as $47 (€38) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $80 (€65) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 15 daily trains from Kraków to Hamburg with 4 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 12h 0m but the average duration is 12h 26m
Train Operators
- Travel from Kraków to Hamburg with Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, and BlaBlaCar
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Sindbad.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
- First train typically departs at 12:10 AM and the last at 11:40 PM
Bus providers: Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar from Kraków to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Kraków to Hamburg with Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $47 (€38). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Kraków to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków to Hamburg 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 Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.
- Sindbad
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Miniatur Wunderland, the world's largest model railway exhibition featuring detailed miniature landscapes and cities
- Elbphilharmonie, an architectural marvel and concert hall offering panoramic views of the city and harbor
- Speicherstadt, a historic warehouse district and UNESCO World Heritage site known for its stunning red-brick architecture
- St. Michael's Church, a Baroque-style church with a tower offering sweeping views of Hamburg
- Planten un Blomen, a vast urban park featuring themed gardens, water light shows, and recreational activities.
- Explore the vibrant nightlife of the Reeperbahn, Hamburg's famous entertainment district
- Take a scenic boat tour of the Port of Hamburg, one of the largest ports in Europe
- Visit the Hamburg Fish Market, a lively market with fresh seafood and local delicacies
- Discover the International Maritime Museum, showcasing Hamburg's rich maritime history
- Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Alster Lakes, offering picturesque views and outdoor activities.
- Sindbad
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for 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
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
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- Sindbad
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Sindbad
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Sindbad
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require prior arrangement.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kraków to Hamburg
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Polish Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 124, 152, 192, 208, 292, 304 Trams: 3, 19, 50 Train: Kraków Główny
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Kraków (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 208, 252, 902 Train: SKA1
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Burger Lounge (0.3 km)
- Café Paris (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 120, 124, 130 Metro: U1, U3 Train: S1, S21
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Nordsee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 112, 120, 124 Metro: U1, U2, U3 Train: S1, S2, S3
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