4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Kraków
Cheapest price
119S$
Average price
204S$
Fastest journey
18 h 15 m
Average duration
18 h 49 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
923 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Kraków will cost around 204S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 119S$.
Of the 16 buses that leave Cologne for Kraków every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 923 km distance in an average of 18 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 19 h 10 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.
07:20 PM19h15Cologne2:35 PMKraków119 S$1One-way0 changes
04:00 PM19h10Cologne11:10 AMKraków166 S$1One-way0 changes- 02:30 PM20h40Cologne11:10 AMKraków166 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus11:35 PM19h10Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)6:45 PMKraków, Airport167 S$1One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus9:00 PM20h10Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)5:10 PMKraków, Airport182 S$1One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus8:15 PM18h15Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)2:30 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA214 S$1One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus12:55 PM18h35Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)7:30 AMKraków, Airport185 S$1One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:30 PM19h00Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)4:30 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA277 S$1One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus12:55 PM19h05Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)8:00 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA209 S$1One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:20 AM19h10Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)4:30 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA273 S$1One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Cologne to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 55S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 55S$, and a flight costs an average of 218S$.
Distance: 923 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
100S$ Average Price Cheapest | 207S$ Average Price | 765S$ Average Price |
15h 17m Average total duration 14h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 52m Average total duration 12h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 28m Average total duration Fastest 6h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.8 - 5.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Kraków bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Kraków coaches for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 20h10 | 5:10 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 20h45 | 5:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 22h27 | 7:27 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 19h45 | 7:20 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 19h10 | 6:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 20h35 | 11:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 19h10 | 4:30 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 20h45 | 6:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 18h35 | 7:30 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 19h05 | 8:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
| 0 | 2:30 PM Cologne | 20h40 | 11:10 AM Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 4:00 PM Cologne | 19h10 | 11:10 AM Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:05 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 19h40 | 11:45 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 21h15 | 1:20 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| 0 | 7:20 PM Cologne | 19h15 | 2:35 PM Kraków | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Infobus, Sindbad, RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Berg.Gladb or Wupsi to find the best option for your trip from Cologne to Kraków.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Kraków
Germany
Poland
Buses from Cologne to Kraków run on average 17 times per day, taking around 14h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 55S$ if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 923 km distance in 18h 40m.
Distance 923 km |
Average bus duration 14h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price 55S$ |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 18h 40m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Sindbad, RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Berg.Gladb, Wupsi from Cologne to KrakówYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Kraków with FlixBus, Infobus, Sindbad, RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Berg.Gladb, Wupsi for as low as 55S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Infobus
Sindbad
RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Berg.Gladb
Wupsi
FAQs: Cologne to Kraków coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Sindbad
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Sindbad
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Sindbad
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Sindbad
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Sindbad
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require prior arrangement.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Kraków
Most Cologne to Kraków buses use the Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) to Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA station pair, with some services arriving at Kraków, Airport. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Kraków bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do buses to Kraków leave from?
Getting to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) from Cologne city centre
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) bus station facilities and services
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility and WC.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Köln, ZOB from Cologne city centre
Köln, ZOB is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, ZOB bus station facilities and services
Köln, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), McDonald's (0.2 km), Vapiano (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln, ZOB.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) from Cologne city centre
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) bus station facilities and services
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and baggage claim area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Elevators, ramps.
Which Kraków station do buses from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA from Kraków city centre
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA bus station facilities and services
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Polish Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Kraków, Airport from Kraków city centre
Kraków, Airport is 9 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków, Airport bus station facilities and services
Kraków, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Kraków (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kraków, Airport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kraków, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Krakow, Czyżyny Dworzec from Kraków city centre
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