- Must visit
Tatra Museum Main Building
Flagship branch of the Tatra Museum in a restored palace, covering Podhale history, art, ethnography, and natural heritage.
Cheapest price on Sep 08
$48
Average ticket price on Sep 08
$50
Fastest journey on Sep 08
10 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
11 h 46 m
Buses on Sep 08
16
Distance
582 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Berlin to Zakopane is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Zakopane will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 16 buses from Berlin to Zakopane, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct buses cover the 582 km distance in an average of 11 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 35 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest buses will take 12 h 29 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 Berlin to Zakopane among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $52 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, while a flight costs an average of $237.
Distance: 361 miles (582 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$52 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price | $237 Average price | $139 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 21m Average total duration 10h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 56m Average total duration 10h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.5kg 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 Berlin to Zakopane:
A bus is $9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Zakopane costing on average $61.
A bus is $185 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Zakopane costing on average $237.
Other travel options to Zakopane take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 26m.
Bus takes on average 10h 51m.
Tickets start at around $52 compared to roughly $139 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $87. The journey takes 10h 51m versus 7h 44m 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 03:00AM | Arrival Time 02:54PM | Duration 11h54 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 02:54PM | Duration 11h39 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 08:24PM | Duration 13h14 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:24PM | Duration 12h44 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 08:24PM | Duration 12h29 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:12PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 15h18 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:27PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 15h03 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:37PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 14h53 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Zakopane buses for today, Monday, September 7. 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 | 3:20 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 15h00 | 6:20 AM Zakopane | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 14h50 | 6:20 AM Zakopane | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 13h00 | 6:20 AM Zakopane | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 14h35 | 8:15 AM Zakopane | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 12h40 | 6:20 AM Zakopane | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 12h15 | 8:15 AM Zakopane | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 10h35 | 8:15 AM Zakopane | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 14h50 | 2:10 PM Zakopane | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 12h35 | 12:30 PM Zakopane | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 11h54 | 2:54 PM Zakopane | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:05 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 15h10 | 6:15 PM Zakopane | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 11h39 | 2:54 PM Zakopane | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 AM Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park) | 14h45 | 6:15 PM Zakopane | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 13h05 | 6:15 PM Zakopane | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 12h50 | 6:15 PM Zakopane | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 AM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 13h14 | 8:24 PM Zakopane | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 12h44 | 8:24 PM Zakopane | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 12h29 | 8:24 PM Zakopane | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Berlin to Zakopane run on average 16 times per day, taking around 10h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:55, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 361 miles (582 km) distance in 10h 35m.
Distance 361 miles (582 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 35m |
First bus 2:55 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Zakopane — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zakopane trip today.
Flagship branch of the Tatra Museum in a restored palace, covering Podhale history, art, ethnography, and natural heritage.
Historic villa museum presenting the Zakopane Style and interiors of the late 19th century. Essential for architecture lovers.
Traditional highlander cottage museum showing everyday Podhale life, furniture, and folk craft in an authentic setting.
Zakopane's main pedestrian street, lined with historic villas, shops, and local culture. The town's essential promenade and people-watching spot.
Scenic peak viewpoint above town, reached by funicular or foot. Famous for broad Tatras panoramas and sunset views.
Mountain district and transport hub leading into the Tatras. Starting point for cable car rides and many classic hiking routes.
Smoked sheep’s milk cheese from Podhale, often grilled or served cold with cranberry. It is Zakopane’s signature mountain product with protected regional status.
Hearty sauerkraut soup with smoked meat, often enriched with ribs or sausage. A classic highlander dish valued for warmth and strong flavor in mountain weather.
Pan-fried potato pancakes, usually crisp outside and soft inside. In Zakopane they are a beloved rustic staple, often served with goulash or sour cream.
Refined Polish dining inside Hotel Aries, offering modern takes on regional ingredients in an elegant mountain setting.
Well-known regional restaurant serving kwaśnica, grilled meats, and oscypek in a classic wooden chalet setting with strong local character.
Historic traditional inn near Krupówki known for highlander dishes, rustic timber interiors, and live regional music in a lively local atmosphere.
Budget-friendly for a mountain resort. Guesthouses, casual meals, and local buses cost less than in many Alpine destinations, though peak winter and holiday prices rise.
Service is not always included. In restaurants, round up or tip 10% for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Zakopane 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 Zakopane, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Berlin to Zakopane buses use the Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz to Zakopane, Dworzec PKS station pair. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Zakopane bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz.
Available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Elevators, ramps.
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) is 9 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Berlin (in the station), Schnitzel Express (0.5 km), Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).
Available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Elevators, ramps.
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.
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