- Must visit
Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
One of Kraków's most visited museums, focusing on everyday life and the German occupation during World War II in Kraków.
Cheapest price
$158
Average price
$201
Fastest journey
18 h 55 m
Average duration
20 h 54 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
951 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Kraków will cost around $201 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $158.
Of the 25 buses that leave Milan for Kraków on Sun, Jul 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct buses cover the 951 km distance in an average of 20 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 55 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest buses will take 22 h 30 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $75. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $75, and a train costs an average of $292.
Distance: 590 miles (951 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$103 Average price Cheapest | $106 Average price | $292 Average price | $353 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 38m Average total duration 21h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 26m Average total duration 22h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Kraków:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Kraków costing on average $106 (€87).
A bus is $189 (€155) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Kraków costing on average $292 (€240).
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Bus takes on average 21h 8m.
Train takes on average 22h 56m.
Tickets start at around $103 (€85) compared to roughly $353 (€290) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $250 (€206). The journey takes 21h 8m versus 13h 31m 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, Sindbad, Infobus, 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 12:00AM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 24h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 26h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 24h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 26h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 27h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 22h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 23h25 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 24h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 24h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $168 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 24h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 07:27PM | Duration 24h52 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 24h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $131 |
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Kraków buses for today, Saturday, July 11. 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 · FlixBus | 8:00 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 27h05 | 11:05 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 26h20 | 10:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 27h10 | 11:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 22h35 | 9:05 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 24h25 | 12:10 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 23h50 | 11:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
0 | 11:45 AM Milano | 23h25 | 11:10 AM Kraków, Main Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 24h10 | 12:10 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 21h05 | 11:05 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 20h35 | 10:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 21h25 | 11:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 22h45 | 1:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 28h00 | 6:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 18h55 | 1:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 22h35 | 5:10 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 24h52 | 7:27 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 26h40 | 9:15 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 24h35 | 11:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 24h50 | 12:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 23h50 | 12:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 23h10 | 5:40 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 26h15 | 9:05 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 22h30 | 6:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 24h10 | 7:40 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Milan to Kraków run on average 17 times per day, taking around 21h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $75 (€62) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 590 miles (951 km) distance in 18h 55m.
Distance 590 miles (951 km) |
Average bus duration 21h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€62) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 18h 55m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:25 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.
One of Kraków's most visited museums, focusing on everyday life and the German occupation during World War II in Kraków.
A leading art museum housing important European masterpieces, including Leonardo da Vinci's 'Lady with an Ermine'.
An archaeological museum beneath the Main Market Square, presenting medieval Kraków through excavations, multimedia displays, and original artifacts.
The historic heart of Kraków and one of Europe's great medieval squares, surrounded by monuments and lively street activity.
The former Jewish quarter, now one of Kraków's most atmospheric districts, known for heritage sites, courtyards, and street life.
A green ring of parkland encircling the Old Town, ideal for relaxed walks between major sights.
A ring-shaped, chewy bread sprinkled with salt, poppy or sesame seeds. It is a protected traditional street snack strongly associated with Kraków.
A Kraków specialty of slow-cooked pork served in a bread roll, often described as an old local precursor to pulled pork sandwiches.
Classic Polish dumplings filled with potato, twaróg cheese and onion. They are widely eaten in Kraków and are a staple of traditional local dining.
A well-known Kazimierz restaurant serving polished traditional Polish cuisine, house infusions and hearty classics in a warm, elegant setting.
An established Old Town restaurant in historic cellars, known for grilled meats, Old Polish recipes and a classic atmospheric interior.
A refined market square restaurant offering modern Polish cooking, seasonal ingredients and a stylish upscale atmosphere.
Cheaper than many Western European cities. Food, transit, and attractions are good value, though Old Town hotels and tourist restaurants cost more.
Service is not always included. Tip 10% in restaurants for good service, round up in cafés and taxis, and tip hotel staff only for extra help.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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.

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