- Must visit
Museum of the City of Łódź
Major city-history museum in the Poznański Palace, presenting Łódź’s industrial heritage, interiors, and notable residents.
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Buses per day
6
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 $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 6 buses that leave Kraków for Łódź on Tue, Jun 16, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 191 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 4 h 45 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Łódź among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $59.
Distance: 118 miles (191 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $63 Average price | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Kraków to Łódź:
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kraków to Łódź costing on average $63 (€51).
Other travel options to Łódź take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 13m.
Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $47 (€38) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $25 (€21). The journey takes 4h 13m versus 2h 56m 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, BlaBlaCar, Euroticket.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Łódź buses for today, Monday, June 15. 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 | 10:25 PM Kraków, Airport | 4h40 | 3:05 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 4h10 | 3:40 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, June 16 | |||||
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 | 12:00 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 4h10 | 4:10 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | |
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Buses from Kraków to Łódź run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) 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 $14 (€11) |
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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Discover the best of Łódź — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Łódź trip today.
Major city-history museum in the Poznański Palace, presenting Łódź’s industrial heritage, interiors, and notable residents.
Flagship museum of Łódź’s textile industry with historic machinery, fashion exhibitions, and the adjacent open-air architecture park.
Large post-industrial culture complex in a former power plant, known for interactive science and film-related exhibitions.
Łódź’s main boulevard and social heart, lined with historic façades, courtyards, public art, and frequent events.
Atmospheric heritage quarter with workers’ houses, factories, and cobbled lanes, favored for walks and photography.
Trendy creative courtyard complex popular on social media for its industrial atmosphere, street art, and design-focused vibe.
A rustic soup linked strongly with the Łódź region, made with sour rye starter, potatoes, and often mushrooms or sausage. It is one of the city’s best-known traditional dishes.
A traditional regional potato dish from central Poland, made from mashed potatoes with flour and usually served with fried onion, bacon, or sour milk. It is associated with old workers’ and rural food
Dense potato dumplings typical of the Łódź area, prepared from raw and cooked potatoes. They are a classic regional starch dish, often served with meat gravy or cabbage.
An established upscale restaurant in the Manufaktura area, recognized for refined Polish and European cooking and a more elegant dining atmosphere.
A popular modern casual spot in Łódź, known mainly for ramen rather than traditional cuisine, but widely regarded for quality and lively atmosphere.
A well-known traditional Polish restaurant in a rustic setting, popular for soups, dumplings, grilled meats, and regional comfort food.
Prices are low by major EU city standards. Meals, coffee, and local transport are affordable; hotels are usually moderate.
About 10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in cafes and taxis. Tip only if service was satisfactory; service charge is uncommon.
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