How to travel from Kraków to Vilnius

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Compare bus and flight for Kraków to Vilnius

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Vilnius among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł 275 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł 275, while a flight costs an average of zł 1,426.

Distance: 390 miles (629 km)

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Driving

zł 275

Average price

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zł 1,426

Average price

zł 548

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

12h 34m

Average total duration

12h 4m

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30m

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4h 52m

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2h 52m

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8h 33m

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0.6 - 1.6kg

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1.9 - 3.8kg

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Lot Polish Airlines

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Kraków to Vilnius is a bus with an average price of zł 275.

This is compared to other travel options from Kraków to Vilnius:

A bus is zł 1,151 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kraków to Vilnius costing on average zł 1,426.

The fastest way to travel from Kraków to Vilnius is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 52m.

Other travel options to Vilnius take longer:

Bus takes on average 12h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Kraków and Vilnius including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Kraków to Vilnius among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around zł 275 compared to roughly zł 548 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł 273. The journey takes 12h 4m versus 8h 33m 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.

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.

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from Kraków to Vilnius

How to get from Kraków to Vilnius by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Kraków to Vilnius is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Leo ExpressLE413-PL · EL-20413
    6:53 PM12h27
    Kraków Główny
    8:20 AMVilnius
    zł 1681One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Leo ExpressLE413-PL · EL-20413
    6:53 PM12h27
    Kraków Główny
    8:20 AMVilnius
    zł 1681One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Wizz AirW62039
    6:35 AM1h15
    John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    8:50 AMVilnius International Airport
    zł 3481One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Leo ExpressLE413-PL · EL-20413
    6:53 PM12h52
    Kraków Główny
    8:45 AMVilnius
    zł 1681One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:25 AM11h55
    Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    8:20 PMVilnius, Savanorių Prospektas
    zł 1731One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:25 AM12h10
    Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    8:35 PMVilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22)
    zł 1731One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH1365 · LH896
    12:50 PM5h00
    John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    6:50 PMVilnius International Airport
    zł 1,2941One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1371 · LH894
    6:10 AM5h30
    John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    12:40 PMVilnius International Airport
    zł 1,2941One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1363 · LH896
    11:20 AM6h30
    John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    6:50 PMVilnius International Airport
    zł 1,2941One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Kraków to Vilnius

Travel to Vilnius easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Kraków to Vilnius.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Kraków and Vilnius including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Kraków to Vilnius is a bus with an average price of zł 275.

This is compared to other travel options from Kraków to Vilnius:

A bus is zł 1,151 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kraków to Vilnius costing on average zł 1,426.

The fastest way to travel from Kraków to Vilnius is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 52m.

Other travel options to Vilnius take longer:

Bus takes on average 12h 34m.

The distance from Kraków to Vilnius is approximately 390 miles (629 km).
The average frequency per day from Kraków to Vilnius is:
  • Around 31 flights per day.
  • Around 18 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kraków and Vilnius as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Kraków to Vilnius:
  • Flights mostly depart from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice and arrive in Vilnius International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kraków, Airport and arrive in Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kraków to Vilnius, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Wizz Air, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air Shuttle, CitizenPlane, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Brussels Airlines, Austrian Airlines to go to Vilnius by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Ecolines to go to Vilnius by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Kraków to Vilnius with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Wizz Air, CitizenPlane.
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Kraków to Vilnius often also extend their vacation to go to Minsk, Riga, Warsaw, Tallinn, Kaunas. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vilnius and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Vilnius to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Vilnius, you can relax in Bernardine Gardens, visit the National Museum of Lithuania, and enjoy a performance at the Lithuanian National Opera and Ballet Theatre. For unique experiences, consider a hot air balloon ride over the city or explore the Vilnius TV Tower. Must-see sights include Gediminas' Tower, Vilnius Cathedral, the bohemian district of Užupis, Vilnius Old Town, and the Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fights.
Three to four days are ideal to explore Vilnius, allowing time to visit its historic Old Town, enjoy local cuisine, and explore nearby attractions like Trakai Castle.

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