- Must visit
Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
Flagship museum in Oskar Schindler’s former factory, presenting Kraków under Nazi occupation through immersive historical displays.
Cheapest price on Sep 21
$66
Average ticket price on Sep 21
$88
Fastest journey on Sep 21
12 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
14 h 1 m
Buses on Sep 21
19
Distance
601 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ljubljana to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ljubljana to Kraków will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
On Mon, Sep 21, we found 19 buses from Ljubljana to Kraków, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 21 the direct buses cover the 601 km distance in an average of 14 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 50 m .
On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest buses will take 14 h 40 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $90 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $90, while a flight costs an average of $438.
Distance: 373 miles (601 km)
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$90 Average price Cheapest | $438 Average price |
14h 16m Average total duration 13h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ljubljana to Kraków:
A bus is $348 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ljubljana to Kraków costing on average $438.
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 46m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
The table below shows live departures for Ljubljana to Kraków buses for tomorrow, Monday, September 21. 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 | 1:30 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 12h50 | 2:20 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:05 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 16h20 | 6:25 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:05 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 15h40 | 5:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:05 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 17h22 | 7:27 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 17h30 | 7:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 19h35 | 9:50 PM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 10:05 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 13h55 | 12:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 16h35 | 2:40 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:25 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 14h15 | 5:40 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 14h25 | 6:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 16h05 | 7:40 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 16h35 | 11:05 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 16h55 | 11:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 16h05 | 10:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 16h15 | 12:05 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 16h20 | 12:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 20h25 | 5:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 19h55 | 6:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 14h40 | 1:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Ljubljana to Kraków run on average 14 times per day, taking around 13h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $44 but you can travel from only $21 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 373 miles (601 km) distance in 11h 20m.
Distance 373 miles (601 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 20m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Kraków — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kraków trip today.
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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana to Kraków buses use the Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja to Kraków, Airport station pair, with some services arriving at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA. Use this guide to compare Ljubljana and Kraków bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Fast Food (in the station), Bakery Delight (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station, near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja.
Available at Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja: 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.
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.
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