How to travel from Luton to Kraków

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Luton to Kraków

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $225 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.4 - 3.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $225, while a flight costs an average of $449.

Distance: 891 miles (1435 km)

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$225

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$449

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$49

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32h 35m

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The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $225.

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

A bus is $224 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Luton to Kraków costing on average $449.

The fastest way to travel from Luton to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 17m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Bus takes on average 32h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Luton and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Luton to Kraków 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 $225 compared to roughly $49 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-176.20. The journey takes 32h 5m versus 18h 12m 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 Luton to Kraków

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

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

  • FlixBus
    5:50 PM37h00
    Luton
    6:50 AMKraków
    $2071One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    5:50 PM37h00
    Luton
    6:50 AMKraków
    $2071One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    5:50 PM37h00
    Luton
    6:50 AMKraków
    $2071One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Luton to Kraków

Travel to Kraków 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 Luton to Kraków.

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There are 3 options to travel between Luton and Kraków including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Kraków is a bus with an average price of $225.

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

A bus is $224 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Luton to Kraków costing on average $449.

The fastest way to travel from Luton to Kraków is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 17m.

Other travel options to Kraków take longer:

Bus takes on average 32h 35m.

The distance from Luton to Kraków is approximately 891 miles (1435 km).
The average frequency per day from Luton to Kraków is:
  • Around 67 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Luton to Kraków:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
  • Buses mostly depart from Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) and arrive in Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Luton to Kraków, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Sas Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Air France, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, Wizz Air, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Malta Air, British Airways, Buzz, Ryanair, easyJet to go to Kraków by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Kraków by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Luton to Kraków:
  • 7 direct flights per day with Wizz Air, Malta Air, British Airways, Buzz, Ryanair, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Luton to Kraków often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Warsaw, Zakopane, Vienna, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kraków and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Kraków to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Kraków, visitors can explore the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, a poignant reminder of the Holocaust, and the Wieliczka Salt Mine, a fascinating underground maze with intricate salt sculptures. The city's vibrant street art scene is particularly lively in the Kazimierz district, which is also known for its rich Jewish history and nightlife. Stroll along the Vistula River for scenic views, or visit the historic Kraków Cloth Hall in the Main Market Square for local crafts. Key sights include the Wawel Castle, St. Mary's Basilica, and the Schindler's Factory museum, each offering a glimpse into Kraków's rich heritage and history.
Three to four days are generally sufficient to explore Kraków's main attractions, including the historic Old Town, Wawel Castle, and a trip to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum.

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