- Must visit
Muzeum Nikifora
The town's leading museum, dedicated to painter Nikifor, with works and context that illuminate Krynica's unique artistic and multicultural heritage.
Cheapest price on Oct 13
€9
Average ticket price on Oct 13
€12
Fastest journey on Oct 13
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
3 h
Buses on Oct 13
7
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kraków to Krynica-Zdroj is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Krynica-Zdroj will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Tue, Oct 13, we found 7 buses from Kraków to Krynica-Zdroj, including 6 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 13 the direct buses cover the 102 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Tue, Oct 13 the slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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.
FlixBus



FlixBus



Buses from Kraków to Krynica-Zdroj run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:35, the last at 18:15. The fastest bus covers the 63 miles (102 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 63 miles (102 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 4:35 AM |
Last bus 6:15 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €7 |
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Krynica-Zdroj buses for today, Monday, October 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:25 PM Kraków | 3h10 | 7:35 PM Krynica-Zdroj | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:15 PM Kraków | 3h10 | 9:25 PM Krynica-Zdroj | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, October 13 | |||||
![]() | 10:20 AM Kraków | 3h05 | 1:25 PM Krynica-Zdroj | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:55 AM Kraków | 3h10 | 3:05 PM Krynica-Zdroj | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 4h30 | 6:15 PM Krynica-Zdrój, Marszałka Józefa Piłsudskiego (Hawana) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:05 PM Kraków | 3h10 | 5:15 PM Krynica-Zdroj | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:50 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2h25 | 6:15 PM Krynica-Zdrój, Marszałka Józefa Piłsudskiego (Hawana) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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The town's leading museum, dedicated to painter Nikifor, with works and context that illuminate Krynica's unique artistic and multicultural heritage.
Regional museum branch presenting spa history, local traditions, and resort culture, ideal for understanding how Krynica developed into a famous health town.
Small memorial exhibition devoted to Jan Kiepura and Marta Eggerth, highlighting the resort's glamorous musical past and notable visitors.
The town's most famous promenade, lined with spa buildings and public spaces, perfect for strolling and experiencing Krynica's classic resort character.
Popular hilltop and park area offering walks, greenery, and broad views; a signature leisure spot combining nature with old spa traditions.
Flagship mountain station and viewpoint above the resort, loved for panoramas, hiking, and skiing, and one of Krynica's most recognizable destinations.
Kwaśnica is a hearty highlander soup of sauerkraut and pork, popular across the Beskid and Sącz regions and prized after cold mountain days.
Pierogi ruskie are dumplings filled with potato, twaróg cheese, and onion. They are a staple comfort food widely eaten in southern Poland.
Placek po zbójnicku is a crisp potato pancake topped with a rich goulash. It is a beloved mountain tavern dish in Lesser Poland.
Well-regarded restaurant with refined Polish and European dishes, desserts, and a calm spa-town atmosphere suited to a longer dinner.
Traditional Polish restaurant known for regional dishes, soups, pierogi, and hearty mains in a warm, rustic setting near the resort center.
Casual regional venue popular for grilled oscypek, potato dishes, and Polish comfort food, with an easygoing mountain-resort feel.
Budget-friendly for a Polish spa town; hotels, meals, and local transit usually cost less than in major tourist cities.
Service is often not included. Tip about 10% in restaurants for good service, round up in cafes, and round up or add a small amount for taxis.
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Krynica-Zdrój, Marszałka Józefa Piłsudskiego (Hawana) -> Krynica-Zdrój Centrum
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków to Krynica-Zdroj 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 Krynica-Zdroj, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kraków to Krynica-Zdroj buses use the Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny to Krynica-Zdrój, Marszałka Józefa Piłsudskiego (Hawana) station pair. Use this guide to compare Kraków and Krynica-Zdroj bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several food outlets available.
Wi-Fi accessible within the main waiting area. ATMs are aTM machines available on site.
Ticket office support is available at Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny.
Available at Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny: Wheelchair accessible with assistance available.
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Polish Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
Available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA: Elevators, ramps.
Kraków, Airport is 9 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Kraków (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Kraków, Airport.
Available at Kraków, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Krynica-Zdrój, Marszałka Józefa Piłsudskiego (Hawana) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Krynica-Zdrój, Marszałka Józefa Piłsudskiego (Hawana). ATMs are available at Krynica-Zdrój, Marszałka Józefa Piłsudskiego (Hawana).
Ticket office support is available at Krynica-Zdrój, Marszałka Józefa Piłsudskiego (Hawana).
Available at Krynica-Zdrój, Marszałka Józefa Piłsudskiego (Hawana): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Krynica-Zdrój, Marszałka Józefa Piłsudskiego (Hawana): Accessibility features are not available.
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