- 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 18
$19
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$26
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h 39 m
Buses on Sep 18
10
Distance
271 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Warsaw Modlin Airport to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warsaw Modlin Airport to Kraków will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 10 buses from Warsaw Modlin Airport to Kraków, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 271 km distance in an average of 5 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 6 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Warsaw Modlin Airport to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $18, while a bus costs an average of $36.
Distance: 168 miles (271 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Warsaw Modlin Airport to Kraków:
A train is $18 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Warsaw Modlin Airport to Kraków costing on average $36.
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 55m.
Tickets start at around $36 compared to roughly $54 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $18. The journey takes 5h 55m versus 4h 0m 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.
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 01:15AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 10:59AM | Duration 6h04 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 07:44PM | Duration 5h59 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
The table below shows live departures for Warsaw Modlin Airport to Kraków buses for today, Thursday, September 17. 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 | 12:15 PM Warszawa, Warsaw Modlin Airport A1-A2 | 5h45 | 6:00 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 PM Warszawa, Warsaw Modlin Airport A1-A2 | 5h59 | 7:44 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 PM Warszawa, Warsaw Modlin Airport A1-A2 | 7h10 | 9:35 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Warszawa, Warsaw Modlin Airport A1-A2 | 7h00 | 1:20 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM Warszawa, Warsaw Modlin Airport A1-A2 | 5h05 | 11:25 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 PM Warszawa, Warsaw Modlin Airport A1-A2 | 6h15 | 5:30 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus | 1:15 AM Warszawa, Warsaw Modlin Airport A1-A2 | 4h50 | 6:05 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 AM Warszawa, Warsaw Modlin Airport A1-A2 | 6h25 | 7:40 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 AM Warszawa, Warsaw Modlin Airport A1-A2 | 6h04 | 10:59 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Warszawa, Warsaw Modlin Airport A1-A2 | 6h35 | 3:35 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 AM Warszawa, Warsaw Modlin Airport A1-A2 | 6h25 | 6:00 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Warsaw Modlin Airport to Kraków run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 but you can travel from only $3 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:55, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 168 miles (271 km) distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 168 miles (271 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 2:55 AM |
Last bus 11:15 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 Warsaw Modlin Airport 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 Warsaw Modlin Airport to Kraków buses use the Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni to Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA station pair, with some services arriving at Kraków, Airport. Use this guide to compare Warsaw Modlin Airport and Kraków bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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