- Must visit
Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
Flagship museum in Oskar Schindler’s former factory, presenting Kraków under Nazi occupation through immersive historical displays.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leipzig to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Kraków will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 17 buses from Leipzig to Kraków, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct buses cover the 551 km distance in an average of 10 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 5 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest buses will take 10 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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Buses from Leipzig to Kraków run on average 17 times per day, taking around 10h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 342 miles (551 km) distance in 8h 20m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Leipzig to Kraków.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Kraków buses for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. 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 | 2:20 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 11h30 | 1:50 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 11h00 | 1:20 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 10h55 | 2:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 13h35 | 5:10 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 11h50 | 5:55 PM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 11h00 | 5:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 12h30 | 8:15 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 11h00 | 6:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe) | 12h55 | 8:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe) | 12h25 | 8:15 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 10h45 | 9:15 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 12h45 | 11:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 11h15 | 12:15 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 10h10 | 1:50 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 10h40 | 2:20 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:25 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 9h05 | 4:30 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:25 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 10h40 | 6:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Flagship museum in Oskar Schindler’s former factory, presenting Kraków under Nazi occupation through immersive historical displays.
Branch of the Czartoryski Museum famed for Leonardo da Vinci’s Lady with an Ermine and important European decorative arts.
Underground archaeological museum beneath the Main Square, revealing medieval streets, artifacts, and the city’s early trade history.
Historic district south of the Old Town, known for synagogues, courtyards, layered history, and one of Kraków’s best walking atmospheres.
Medieval core of Kraków packed with churches, squares, lanes, and landmarks; the city’s essential area for first-time visitors.
Leafy park ring replacing the old city walls, ideal for a relaxed walk around the Old Town between major sights.
Obwarzanek Krakowski is Kraków’s iconic ring-shaped bread, chewy and topped with salt, poppy or sesame. It has protected status and is sold from blue street stalls.
Maczanka Krakowska is a traditional Kraków sandwich of slow-cooked pork in a soft roll, often called a local ancestor of pulled pork sandwiches.
Pierogi are dumplings common in Kraków, often filled with meat, potato and cheese, or seasonal fruit. They are a staple of Polish home cooking and milk bars.
Popular traditional venue near the center serving hearty Polish specialties in a rustic cellar atmosphere with strong local character.
Well-known milk bar for budget-friendly Polish comfort food such as pierogi, soups, and pancakes in a simple local canteen setting.
Historic restaurant on the Main Square known for classic Polish dishes, elegant interiors, and traditional service in a landmark setting.
More affordable than many Western European city breaks. Dining and transit are low-cost, while central hotels can rise in peak season.
Tipping is appreciated, not mandatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 10%. Tip taxis by rounding up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is common.
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Kraków Dworzec Autobusowy MDA -> Rynek Główny, Kraków
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig to Kraków 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 Kraków, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leipzig to Kraków buses use the Leipzig, Hbf to Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA station pair, with some services arriving at Kraków, Airport. Use this guide to compare Leipzig and Kraków bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Leipzig, Hbf is 1 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig, Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options available within the station.
Free WiFi available at the station. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig, Hbf.
Available at Leipzig, Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig, Hbf: Wheelchair accessible pathways and facilities available.
Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe) is 6 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe). ATMs are available at Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe).
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe).
Available at Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe): Bus stop is accessible for disabled people.
Leipzig, Goethestraße / Richard-Wagner-Straße has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and eateries nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig, Goethestraße / Richard-Wagner-Straße. ATMs are available at Leipzig, Goethestraße / Richard-Wagner-Straße.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig, Goethestraße / Richard-Wagner-Straße.
Available at Leipzig, Goethestraße / Richard-Wagner-Straße: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig, Goethestraße / Richard-Wagner-Straße: Bus stop is accessible to individuals with mobility impairments.
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.
Check bus stations information for Leipzig and Kraków, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.