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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bratislava to Kraków
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 50 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bratislava to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bratislava to Kraków will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $54.
Of the 11 buses that leave Bratislava for Kraków every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 296 km distance in an average of 7 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 57 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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Compare train, coach and flight for Bratislava to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bratislava to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $315.
Distance: 296 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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$39 Average Price | $34 Average Price Cheapest | $350 Average Price |
6h 47m Average total duration 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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
Bratislava to Kraków bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bratislava to Kraków coaches for today, Tuesday, 23 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 pm Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 7h55 | 4:40 am Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 pm Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 8h25 | 5:10 am Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 pm Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 10h05 | 8:05 am Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 pm Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 10h45 | 9:35 am Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| Wednesday, 24 December | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 am Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 7h25 | 7:25 am Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 am Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 9h30 | 9:30 am Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 am Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 9h20 | 4:10 pm Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:40 am Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 9h05 | 5:45 pm Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 am Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 10h40 | 9:25 pm Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 am Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 6h05 | 5:15 pm Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 am Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 8h40 | 7:50 pm Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 am Bratislava, Most SNP | 9h00 | 8:50 pm Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:53 am Bratislava, Einsteinova | 8h57 | 8:50 pm Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 pm Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 8h05 | 8:50 pm Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bratislava to Kraków
Slovakia
Poland
Buses from Bratislava to Kraków run on average 22 times per day, taking around 6h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 but you can travel from only $20 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 296 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 296 km |
Average bus duration 6h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Slovak Lines Express from Bratislava to KrakówYou can travel by bus between Bratislava to Kraków with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Slovak Lines Express for as low as $20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bratislava to Kraków coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bratislava 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Kraków, Airport, located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bratislava and Kraków
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Mlynské (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Bistro Nivy (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 21, 25, 50, 70
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Polish Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 124, 152, 192, 208, 292, 304 Trams: 3, 19, 50 Train: Kraków Główny
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Kraków (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 208, 252, 902 Train: SKA1
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