- Must visit
Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
One of Kraków’s most visited museums, presenting the city’s wartime history through immersive exhibits in Schindler’s former factory.
Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
15 h
Average duration
16 h 10 m
Buses per day
33
Distance
790 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stuttgart to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Kraków will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
Of the 33 buses that leave Stuttgart for Kraków on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 790 km distance in an average of 16 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 16 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $27.
Distance: 490 miles (790 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$81 Average price Cheapest | $164 Average price | $180 Average price | $172 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 41m Average total duration 15h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 18m Average total duration 12h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 2.4 - 4.7kg 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 Stuttgart to Kraków:
A bus is $83 (€68) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Kraków costing on average $164 (€134).
A bus is $99 (€81) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Kraków costing on average $180 (€147).
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 48m.
Bus takes on average 15h 11m.
Tickets start at around $81 (€66) compared to roughly $172 (€141) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $91 (€75). The journey takes 15h 11m versus 10h 19m 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, Sindbad, 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 12:20AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 19h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:14AM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 17h51 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:14PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 19h06 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixTrain | Departure Time 12:14PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 17h46 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:14PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 19h11 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $66 |
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Kraków buses for today, Friday, June 19. 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 | 5:30 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 17h05 | 10:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 17h55 | 11:25 AM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 16h45 | 10:35 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 17h15 | 11:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 17h50 | 12:10 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
0 | 6:40 PM Stuttgart | 16h30 | 11:10 AM Kraków, Main Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 18h40 | 2:10 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
439п | 8:00 PM Stuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB | 20h25 | 4:25 PM Balice, Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego (Kraków Airport) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 17h45 | 2:20 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 20h30 | 7:20 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 19h55 | 6:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 18h10 | 5:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 20h07 | 7:27 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 17h55 | 5:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 18h35 | 6:25 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 18h05 | 6:25 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 17h25 | 5:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 18h05 | 6:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 18h40 | 7:20 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 18h30 | 9:50 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 19h05 | 10:25 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 AM Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 19h35 | 11:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 6:15 AM Stuttgart | 15h00 | 9:15 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 AM Stuttgart | 17h44 | 11:59 PM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:14 AM Stuttgart | 17h51 | 2:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:14 AM Stuttgart | 16h01 | 12:15 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 18h15 | 4:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 17h50 | 3:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 18h15 | 5:40 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:14 PM Stuttgart | 17h56 | 6:10 AM Kraków, Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:14 PM Stuttgart | 17h46 | 6:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 17h35 | 6:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 16h35 | 5:05 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 19h20 | 9:05 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Stuttgart to Kraków run on average 23 times per day, taking around 15h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 490 miles (790 km) distance in 17h 5m.
Distance 490 miles (790 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 17h 5m |
First bus 12:05 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.
One of Kraków’s most visited museums, presenting the city’s wartime history through immersive exhibits in Schindler’s former factory.
A major art museum best known for Leonardo da Vinci’s Lady with an Ermine, plus important European paintings and decorative arts.
An archaeological museum beneath the Main Market Square showcasing medieval Kraków through excavations, multimedia, and historic trade-route remains.
Europe’s great medieval squares and the social heart of Kraków, surrounded by historic facades, churches, and constant street life.
The former Jewish quarter, now one of Kraków’s most atmospheric districts for heritage walks, courtyards, and vibrant street scenes.
A scenic hilltop precinct around the royal castle and cathedral, combining history, river views, and one of the city’s most iconic panoramas.
A ring-shaped, chewy bread with sesame, poppy, or salt, sold from street carts. It is one of Kraków’s most iconic traditional snacks and has protected regional status.
A traditional Kraków sandwich of slow-roasted pork in a soft bread roll, often considered a historic local street food specialty.
Classic Polish dumplings filled with potato, twaróg cheese, and onion. They are a staple in Kraków and widely loved as comforting everyday food.
A well-known Kazimierz restaurant specializing in traditional Polish dishes, house infusions, and a warm, stylish atmosphere.
An established Old Town restaurant famous for Polish cuisine and meats roasted in a historic cellar setting with rustic character.
A popular traditional Polish restaurant near the Old Town, appreciated for hearty regional dishes and a lively, welcoming atmosphere.
Affordable by European city standards. Food, transit, and coffee are good value; central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is not always included. Tip 10% in restaurants for good service, round up taxis, and leave small change in cafes. Tip hotel staff only for extra help.
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