- Must visit
Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
One of Kraków's most visited museums, telling the story of the city under Nazi occupation through immersive historical exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$93
Fastest journey
12 h 20 m
Average duration
12 h 52 m
Buses per day
26
Distance
645 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Munich to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Kraków will cost around $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 26 buses that leave Munich for Kraków on Wed, May 27, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 645 km distance in an average of 12 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 20 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 13 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $29.
Distance: 400 miles (645 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$73 Average price Cheapest | $162 Average price | $267 Average price | $148 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 8m Average total duration 13h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 38m Average total duration 10h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.9 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Munich to Kraków:
A bus is $88 (€71) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Kraków costing on average $162 (€131).
A bus is $193 (€156) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Kraków costing on average $267 (€215).
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 8m.
Bus takes on average 13h 38m.
Tickets start at around $73 (€59) compared to roughly $148 (€120) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $75 (€60). The journey takes 13h 38m versus 9h 24m 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, KLR, BlaBlaCar.
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 12:30AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Kraków buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. 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 | 12:30 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 16h40 | 5:10 PM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 16h10 | 9:15 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 15h30 | 9:50 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 16h05 | 10:25 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 AM München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) | 15h35 | 10:25 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 AM München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) | 15h00 | 9:50 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 15h15 | 11:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 15h30 | 4:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 15h05 | 3:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 15h00 | 4:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 14h35 | 3:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
99904нп | 1:50 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 15h40 | 5:30 AM Balice, Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego (Kraków Airport) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 14h35 | 5:05 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 15h35 | 6:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 14h30 | 7:50 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 14h00 | 7:20 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 14h25 | 8:25 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 16h30 | 10:30 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
0 | 6:45 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 16h25 | 11:10 AM Kraków, Main Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 13h15 | 11:05 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 13h35 | 11:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 12h45 | 10:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 13h10 | 11:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 12h20 | 10:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 12h50 | 11:05 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Munich to Kraków run on average 28 times per day, taking around 13h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by flight.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 400 miles (645 km) distance in 12h 45m.
Distance 400 miles (645 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 12h 45m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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, telling the story of the city under Nazi occupation through immersive historical exhibitions.
A major art museum famed for European masterpieces, including Leonardo da Vinci's Lady with an Ermine, plus royal and historical collections.
An archaeological museum beneath the Main Market Square presenting medieval Kraków through excavations, multimedia displays, and original artifacts.
The historic central square of Kraków, surrounded by landmark buildings, street life, and some of the city's most iconic views.
The UNESCO-listed historic core, ideal for walking among medieval streets, churches, courtyards, and major city landmarks.
The former Jewish quarter, now one of Kraków's most characterful districts, known for heritage sites, courtyards, and lively streets.
Traditional ring-shaped bread from Kraków, sprinkled with salt, poppy seeds, or sesame. It is one of the city’s most iconic street foods with protected regional status.
A classic Kraków sandwich of slow-cooked pork in a rich cumin-scented sauce, served in bread. Often described as a historical predecessor to pulled pork sandwiches.
Beloved Polish dumplings filled with potato, fresh cheese, and onion. A staple comfort food in Kraków and widely found in traditional restaurants.
Well-known Kazimierz restaurant serving refined Polish cuisine, house infusions, and classic dishes in an elegant but warm setting.
Established Old Town restaurant in historic cellars, known for traditional Polish cooking, especially roasted meats and classic soups.
Casual local favorite specializing in Kraków-style maczanka sandwiches, ideal for trying a distinctive regional street-food classic.
Affordable for most tourists versus Western Europe. Meals, transit, and attractions are good value; central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is often included only in better restaurants. Tip 10% for good service, round up in cafes and taxis, and hand the tip directly when paying.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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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