- 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
$9
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Buses per day
74
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zakopane to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zakopane to Kraków will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 74 buses that leave Zakopane for Kraków on Fri, Aug 21, 74 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 21 the direct buses cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Fri, Aug 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Zakopane to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $40.
Distance: 52 miles (85 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zakopane to Kraków:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zakopane to Kraków costing on average $43 (€35).
Other travel options to Kraków take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 18m.
Tickets start at around $10 (€8) compared to roughly $18 (€15) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9 (€7). The journey takes 2h 10m versus 2h 3m 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, FlixBus, Szwagropol, Maxbus Transport osobowy Jacek Sulka, Majer, BlaBlaCar, MajerBus.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Maxbus Transport osobowy Jacek Sulka | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Majer | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 06:44AM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Maxbus Transport osobowy Jacek Sulka | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:44AM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Majer | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 09:29AM | Duration 2h44 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Maxbus Transport osobowy Jacek Sulka | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Majer | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 09:29AM | Duration 2h19 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Maxbus Transport osobowy Jacek Sulka | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Majer | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Maxbus Transport osobowy Jacek Sulka | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Majer | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:44AM | Duration 2h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:39AM | Duration 1h59 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:14AM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Majer | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Maxbus Transport osobowy Jacek Sulka | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:44AM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Majer | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Maxbus Transport osobowy Jacek Sulka | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:54PM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Maxbus Transport osobowy Jacek Sulka | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Majer | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:47AM | Arrival Time 01:14PM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Maxbus Transport osobowy Jacek Sulka | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 02:39PM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Majer | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Majer | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Majer | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Maxbus Transport osobowy Jacek Sulka | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 03:59PM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Maxbus Transport osobowy Jacek Sulka | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:34PM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Majer | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Majer | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Maxbus Transport osobowy Jacek Sulka | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Majer | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Maxbus Transport osobowy Jacek Sulka | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:14PM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Majer | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:04PM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Maxbus Transport osobowy Jacek Sulka | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 06:49PM | Duration 1h54 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:54PM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Maxbus Transport osobowy Jacek Sulka | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Majer | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 09:34PM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Maxbus Transport osobowy Jacek Sulka | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 10:19PM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Maxbus Transport osobowy Jacek Sulka | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Majer | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Szwagropol | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 2h59 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 1h51 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
The table below shows live departures for Zakopane 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:25 AM Zakopane | 2h05 | 1:30 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:05 PM Zakopane | 3h10 | 3:15 PM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:05 PM Zakopane | 2h15 | 2:20 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
6610117 | 12:25 PM Zakopane | 2h10 | 2:35 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:25 PM Zakopane | 2h14 | 2:39 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:55 PM Zakopane | 2h20 | 3:15 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:55 PM Zakopane | 2h05 | 3:00 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
6610127 | 1:45 PM Zakopane | 2h10 | 3:55 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:45 PM Zakopane | 2h14 | 3:59 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
6610116 | 2:20 PM Zakopane | 2h10 | 4:30 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:20 PM Zakopane | 2h14 | 4:34 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:35 PM Zakopane | 2h05 | 4:40 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Zakopane | 2h00 | 4:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:55 PM Zakopane | 1h55 | 4:50 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:55 PM Zakopane | 2h30 | 5:25 PM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 PM Zakopane | 1h55 | 5:35 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
6610129 | 4:00 PM Zakopane | 2h10 | 6:10 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Zakopane | 2h14 | 6:14 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 PM Zakopane | 2h00 | 6:15 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 PM Zakopane | 2h40 | 6:55 PM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 PM Zakopane | 2h05 | 6:20 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
6610115 | 4:50 PM Zakopane | 2h10 | 7:00 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:50 PM Zakopane | 2h14 | 7:04 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:55 PM Zakopane | 1h54 | 6:49 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:05 PM Zakopane | 2h05 | 7:10 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Zakopane | 2h05 | 8:05 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Zakopane | 1h55 | 8:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
6610130 | 6:40 PM Zakopane | 2h10 | 8:50 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:40 PM Zakopane | 2h14 | 8:54 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:55 PM Zakopane | 2h05 | 9:00 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 PM Zakopane | 2h15 | 9:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 PM Zakopane | 3h00 | 10:15 PM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
6610114 | 8:05 PM Zakopane | 2h10 | 10:15 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:05 PM Zakopane | 2h14 | 10:19 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:50 PM Zakopane | 2h05 | 10:55 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Zakopane | 2h30 | 11:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Zakopane | 2h59 | 11:59 PM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 PM Zakopane | 2h45 | 12:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 PM Zakopane | 2h00 | 11:20 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 PM Zakopane | 1h55 | 12:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 PM Zakopane | 1h50 | 1:35 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 PM Zakopane | 2h20 | 2:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM Zakopane | 1h51 | 1:50 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, August 21 | |||||
6613688 | 4:30 AM Zakopane | 2h10 | 6:40 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 AM Zakopane | 2h14 | 6:44 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
6613668 | 5:30 AM Zakopane | 2h10 | 7:40 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 AM Zakopane | 2h14 | 7:44 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:15 AM Zakopane | 2h05 | 8:20 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
6613669 | 6:45 AM Zakopane | 2h10 | 8:55 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:45 AM Zakopane | 2h44 | 9:29 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
6613689 | 7:10 AM Zakopane | 2h10 | 9:20 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 AM Zakopane | 2h19 | 9:29 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:25 AM Zakopane | 2h05 | 9:30 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 AM Zakopane | 2h10 | 10:20 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
6613670 | 8:15 AM Zakopane | 2h10 | 10:25 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Zakopane | 2h29 | 10:44 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Zakopane | 1h59 | 10:39 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
6613671 | 9:00 AM Zakopane | 2h10 | 11:10 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Zakopane | 2h14 | 11:14 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM Zakopane | 2h50 | 11:55 AM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM Zakopane | 2h15 | 11:20 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Zakopane | 2h05 | 11:20 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Zakopane | 2h14 | 11:44 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:45 AM Zakopane | 2h05 | 11:50 AM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Zakopane | 2h00 | 11:50 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
6613672 | 10:00 AM Zakopane | 2h10 | 12:10 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:25 AM Zakopane | 2h15 | 12:40 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 AM Zakopane | 2h05 | 12:55 PM Kraków | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Zakopane | 2h00 | 1:15 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Zakopane | 2h45 | 2:00 PM Kraków, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Zakopane to Kraków run on average 62 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 62 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:40, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 52 miles (85 km) distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 52 miles (85 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Buses per day 62 |
Direct buses 62 |
Fastest bus 1h 51m |
First bus 2:40 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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 Zakopane 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 Zakopane to Kraków buses use the Zakopane, Zakopiański Dworzec Autobusowy to Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny station pair, with some services arriving at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA. Use this guide to compare Zakopane and Kraków bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Zakopane, Zakopiański Dworzec Autobusowy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There is a small cafe inside the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Zakopane, Zakopiański Dworzec Autobusowy. ATMs are aTM located near main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Zakopane, Zakopiański Dworzec Autobusowy.
Available at Zakopane, Zakopiański Dworzec Autobusowy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zakopane, Zakopiański Dworzec Autobusowy: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Zakopane, Dworzec PKS is 1 km from Zakopane city centre. Public transport options include:
Zakopane, Dworzec PKS has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Zakopane, Dworzec PKS. ATMs are aTM located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Zakopane, Dworzec PKS.
Available at Zakopane, Dworzec PKS: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zakopane, Dworzec PKS: The station is wheelchair accessible.
Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several food outlets available.
Wi-Fi accessible within the main waiting area. ATMs are aTM machines available on site.
Ticket office support is available at Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny.
Available at Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków, Dworzec Kolejowy Główny: Wheelchair accessible with assistance available.
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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