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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Budapest to Kraków

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 28 Sept

Cheapest price on 28 Sept

23Rp

Average ticket price on 28 Sept

39Rp

Fastest journey on 28 Sept

5 h 55 m

Average journey duration on 28 Sept

6 h 25 m

Buses on 28 Sept

32

Distance

292 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Budapest to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Budapest to Kraków will cost around 39Rp if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 23Rp.

Fast coaches

On Mon, 28 Sept, we found 32 buses from Budapest to Kraków, including 16 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 292 km distance in an average of 6 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:55 AM7h50
    Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
    12:45 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    23 Rp1One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:15 PM6h45
    Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    6:00 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    24 Rp1One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:35 PM6h25
    Budapest, Mexikói Út M
    6:00 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    24 Rp1One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:45 PM6h15
    Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    12:00 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    25 Rp1One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:05 PM5h55
    Budapest, Mexikói Út M
    12:00 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    25 Rp1One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Budapest to Kraków bus times

The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Kraków coaches for tomorrow, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus4:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
7h50
12:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
7h15
12:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus5:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
9h45
3:15 PM Kraków, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus5:55 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M
6h50
12:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus5:55 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M
9h20
3:15 PM Kraków, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus6:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
11h00
5:45 PM Kraków, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus7:05 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
10h40
5:45 PM Kraków, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus8:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
8h00
4:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
7h15
4:30 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
9h20
6:35 PM Kraków, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus11:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
8h45
7:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:25 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
8h20
7:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
7h45
8:10 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus12:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
9h25
9:50 PM Kraków, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus1:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
8h50
9:50 PM Kraków, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus1:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
7h10
8:10 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus1:25 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M
8h25
9:50 PM Kraków, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus1:25 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M
6h45
8:10 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
6h15
12:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus5:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
8h55
2:40 AM Kraków, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus6:05 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M
5h55
12:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus6:05 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M
8h35
2:40 AM Kraków, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
9h15
6:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
10h45
8:25 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus10:30 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
11h15
9:45 AM Kraków, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus11:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
6h45
6:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
8h25
7:40 AM Kraków, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus11:35 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M
6h25
6:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:35 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M
8h05
7:40 AM Kraków, Airport1 change
FlixBusFlixBus11:59 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
8h26
8:25 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:59 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
11h36
11:35 AM Kraków, Airport1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Budapest to Kraków

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Buses from Budapest to Kraków run on average 30 times per day, taking around 7h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 12Rp but you can travel from only 9Rp by train.

There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 292 km distance in 5h 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from 9Rp
Distance
292 km
Average bus duration
7h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
12Rp
Buses per day
30
Direct buses
14
Fastest bus
5h 55m
First bus
12:25 AM
Last bus
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
28 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from 9Rp

Bus providers: FlixBus from Budapest to KrakówYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Kraków with FlixBus for as low as 9Rp. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
5h 55m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
12Rp
FlixBus frequency
32 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

FAQs: Budapest to Kraków coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Kraków by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kraków, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Budapest to Kraków can start from as little as 12Rp when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Budapest to Kraków is 33Rp; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Budapest to Kraków is 5h 55m to travel the 292 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Budapest to Kraków leaves at 12:25 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Budapest to Kraków leaves at 11:45 pm.
Yes, there are 14 direct coaches a day from Budapest to Kraków with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Budapest to Kraków, you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Kraków. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Budapest and Kraków and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Budapest , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar, Budapest, Mexikói Út M, Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás, Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út), Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca . When arriving in Kraków , you can end your trip in coach stations like Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA, Kraków, Airport, Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar, which is located around 5 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA, located 1 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Budapest and Kraków including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Budapest to Kraków:
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Budapest to Kraków for coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Budapest to Kraków depends on the coach companies:
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Budapest to Kraków.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Budapest to Kraków:
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Budapest to Kraków:
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Budapest to Kraków. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Budapest to Kraków with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Budapest to Kraków with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Budapest to Kraków with the following coach company: FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Kraków

Most Budapest to Kraków buses use the Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Kraków, Airport station pair, with some services arriving at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Kraków bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Budapest
Arrival bus stations in Kraków

Which Budapest station do buses to Kraków leave from?

Buses from Budapest to Kraków leave from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. The station is 5 km from Budapest city centre at Ulloi ut 131, 1091 Budapest, Hungary.
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-PályaudvarUlloi ut 131, 1091 Budapest, HungaryWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar from Budapest city centre

Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar is 5 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus914, 950, 914A, 950A · 15m · 1Rp · every ~3 min
N161 · 15m · 1Rp
SubwayM3 · 10m · 1Rp · every ~28 min

Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar bus station facilities and services

Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafeteria Népliget (in the station), Gulyás Tér (0.5 km), Pesti Burger (0.7 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Elevators, ramps.

More about Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
Budapest, Mexikói Út MBudapest, Mexikói út, HungaryWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Budapest, Mexikói Út M from Budapest city centre

Budapest, Mexikói Út M is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:

Train72 · 22m · 1Rp · every ~12 min
Bus5, 973, 973A · 20m · 1Rp · every ~13 min
5 · 28m · 1Rp · every ~12 min
SubwayM1 · 12m · 1Rp · every ~29 min

Budapest, Mexikói Út M bus station facilities and services

Budapest, Mexikói Út M has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M. ATMs are available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M: Station is accessible for wheelchair users.

Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
City-centre transport

Getting to Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér from Budapest city centre

BusminiBUD · 30m · 1Rp · every ~7 min
100E · 33m · 7Rp · every ~18 min
Shuttle32m · 20Rp
1h 8m · 10Rp · every ~6 min

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