- 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
$176
Average price
$203
Fastest journey
1 d 45 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 54 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
1074 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Kraków will cost around $203 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $176.
It's difficult to get from Rome to Kraków without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $34, and a train costs an average of $356.
Distance: 667 miles (1074 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$128 Average price | $98 Average price Cheapest | $361 Average price | $413 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
23h 36m Average total duration 23h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 39m Average total duration 26h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Kraków:
A flight is $30 (€24) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Kraków costing on average $128 (€103).
A flight is $263 (€212) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Kraków costing on average $361 (€291).
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Bus takes on average 23h 6m.
Train takes on average 26h 9m.
Tickets start at around $128 (€103) compared to roughly $417 (€335) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $289 (€232). The journey takes 23h 6m versus 15h 32m 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 Infobus, Euroticket, Miś Krosno.
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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 34h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $165 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 27h40 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 27h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 23h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $225 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 07:27PM | Duration 31h07 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $171 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 07:27PM | Duration 30h42 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $165 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 30h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $155 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 25h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 30h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 21h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $184 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 26h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 35h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 35h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $165 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Kraków buses for today, Thursday, August 20. 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 | 12:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 31h07 | 7:27 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 28h50 | 5:10 PM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 25h10 | 1:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 24h45 | 1:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 30h42 | 7:27 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 28h25 | 5:10 PM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 29h40 | 6:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 30h15 | 7:20 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 28h45 | 9:50 PM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 30h40 | 11:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 30h20 | 11:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 26h40 | 12:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 28h45 | 2:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 35h00 | 10:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 35h50 | 11:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 35h35 | 11:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 34h05 | 11:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 27h15 | 11:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Rome to Kraków run on average 14 times per day, taking around 23h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $86 (€69) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 667 miles (1074 km) distance in 25h 40m.
Distance 667 miles (1074 km) |
Average bus duration 23h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $86 (€69) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 25h 40m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:50 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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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 Rome to Kraków buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Kraków, Airport station pair, with some services arriving at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA. Use this guide to compare Rome and Kraków bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. ATMs are aTM available near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
Available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Roma is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast-food options and a cafe.
Free public WiFi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs located at entrance area.
Ticket office support is available at Roma.
Available at Roma: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma: Wheelchair accessible entrances and restrooms.
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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