- Must visit
Museum of the City of Łódź
Major city museum in a lavish palace, presenting Łódź history, interiors, and stories of industrial elites.
Cheapest price
Kč502
Average price
Kč660
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kraków to Łódź is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Łódź will cost around Kč660 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Kč502.
Of the 11 buses that leave Kraków for Łódź on Sat, Aug 01, 9 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 191 km distance in an average of 4 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest buses will take 4 h 15 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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FlixBusBuses from Kraków to Łódź run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at Kč283 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 118 miles (191 km) distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 118 miles (191 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč283 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
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Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč515 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč760 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč386 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price Kč409 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price Kč320 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč747 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč373 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč798 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč318 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč386 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč532 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price Kč345 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč216 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč486 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Kč554 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč399 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč528 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč235 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Kč350 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč373 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč489 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price Kč280 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč541 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč491 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč261 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč553 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč399 |
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Łódź 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 |
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FlixBus | 2:35 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 5h30 | 8:05 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Kraków, Airport | 4h45 | 8:05 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 4h45 | 10:55 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 PM Kraków, Airport | 4h15 | 10:55 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Kraków, Airport | 4h40 | 3:05 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 PM Kraków, Airport | 4h35 | 3:40 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 4h10 | 3:40 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:10 AM Kraków, Airport | 3h30 | 3:40 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 4h05 | 11:40 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 4h15 | 2:45 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 4h10 | 4:10 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major city museum in a lavish palace, presenting Łódź history, interiors, and stories of industrial elites.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with an internationally important avant-garde collection.
Excellent film museum in the Scheibler Palace, highlighting Polish cinema and Łódź’s movie-making legacy.
Łódź’s flagship street, lined with palaces, courtyards, shops, and murals; essential for first-time visitors.
Huge former factory complex turned cultural and shopping district, famous for red-brick architecture and events.
Atmospheric former mill district with brick warehouses, workers’ houses, and photogenic industrial streets.
Zalewajka is a sour rye soup with potatoes, often linked to the Łódź region. It is rustic, filling, and a classic workers’ dish from central Poland.
Prażoki are mashed potatoes mixed with flour and served with toppings like fried onion or bacon. They are a simple, traditional rural food from the Łódź area.
Kluski żelazne are dense potato dumplings made with raw and cooked potatoes. They are a distinctive regional staple in central Poland, often served with meat sauce.
Popular casual venue focused on traditional Polish dumplings with many fillings. Friendly atmosphere and a dependable stop for regional comfort food.
Long-running vegetarian restaurant known for affordable Polish and international dishes. Casual, reliable, and especially useful for meat-free dining.
Well-known restaurant in Manufaktura serving refined Polish cuisine in an elegant historic setting. Good choice for classic dishes with a modern presentation.
Budget-friendly for city breaks; hotels, meals, and public transport usually cost less than in Western European cities.
Service is often not included. Round up or leave 10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small cafe tips are optional.
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Łódź, Dworzec Autobusowy Kaliska -> Plac Wolności, Łódź
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków to Łódź 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 Łódź, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kraków to Łódź buses use the Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA to Łódź, Fabryczna station pair, with some services arriving at Zgierz, ul. Łąkowa (TBS). Use this guide to compare Kraków and Łódź bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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