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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Budapest to Kraków
Showing times and prices for 12 Jun
Cheapest price
29S$
Average price
36S$
Fastest journey
6 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h 34 m
Buses per day
33
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 36S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 29S$.
Fast coaches
Of the 33 buses that leave Budapest for Kraków every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 292 km distance in an average of 6 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 15 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.
FlixBus1:00 PM7h10Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar8:10 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA29 S$1One-way0 changes- FlixBus1:25 PM6h45Budapest, Mexikói Út M8:10 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA29 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus8:55 AM7h30Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar4:25 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA29 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus9:15 AM7h10Budapest, Mexikói Út M4:25 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA29 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus12:25 PM7h45Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás8:10 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA29 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus5:55 PM6h15Budapest, Mexikói Út M12:10 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA29 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus11:35 PM6h25Budapest, Mexikói Út M6:00 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA30 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus5:30 PM6h40Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar12:10 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA29 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus1:25 PM6h45Budapest, Mexikói Út M8:10 PMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA29 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus11:15 PM6h45Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar6:00 AMKraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA30 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Budapest to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 20S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. 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 coach costs an average of 20S$, and a flight costs an average of 25S$.
Distance: 292 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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31S$ Average Price Cheapest | 105S$ Average Price | 276S$ Average Price |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg 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
Budapest to Kraków bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Kraków coaches for today, Thursday, 11 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h45 | 7:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:25 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h20 | 7:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h45 | 8:10 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 9h25 | 9:50 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 1:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h10 | 8:10 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h50 | 9:50 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:25 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 8h25 | 9:50 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 1:25 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 6h45 | 8:10 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 6h40 | 12:10 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h35 | 2:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 5:55 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 6h15 | 12:10 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 8h10 | 2:05 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 11h10 | 5:40 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 10h50 | 5:40 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 10h45 | 8:25 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 6h45 | 6:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h25 | 7:40 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 6h25 | 6:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 8h05 | 7:40 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:59 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h26 | 8:25 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 11h36 | 11:35 AM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| Friday, 12 June | |||||
| FlixBus | 12:25 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h00 | 8:25 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 7h50 | 12:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h45 | 3:15 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 5:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h15 | 12:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:55 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 6h50 | 12:45 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 9h20 | 3:15 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 11h00 | 5:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 10h40 | 5:45 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 8:55 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h30 | 4:25 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h10 | 6:05 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 8h50 | 6:05 PM Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 9:15 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 7h10 | 4:25 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Kraków
Hungary
Poland
Buses from Budapest to Kraków run on average 33 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 20S$ if you book in advance.
There are 15 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 292 km distance in 6h 15m.
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
Distance 292 km |
Average bus duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price 20S$ |
Buses per day 33 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 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
Bus providers: FlixBus from Budapest to KrakówYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Kraków with FlixBus for as low as 20S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 15m
Cheapest Price
20S$
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.
Cheap coach tickets from Budapest to Kraków can start from as little as 20S$ when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Budapest to Kraków is 31S$; 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 6h 15m 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 15 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, Kelenföld Vasútállomás, Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží), Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA, Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út), Budapest, Thököly út (Budapest-Keleti) . When arriving in Kraków , you can end your trip in coach stations like Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA, Kraków, Airport, Balice, Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego (Kraków Airport), Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar, which is located around 5 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Kraków from Budapest is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Budapest to Kraków is March.
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
Budapest
Kraków
The major coach station for departures in Budapest is Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar for your trip from Budapest to Kraków.
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:30-22:00
Distance to city center
5 km
Car connection
Üllői útWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available near the entrance.
Public transport options for Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
Budapest, Mexikói Út M
information
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
4 kmCar connection
Somogyi útWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
The major coach station for arrivals in Kraków is Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA for your trip to Kraków from Budapest.
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
ul. BosackaWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Polish Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station)
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
- Bus: 124, 152, 192, 208, 292, 304 Trams: 3, 19, 50 Train: Kraków Główny
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
ul. BosackaWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Polish Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station)
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
- Bus: 124, 152, 192, 208, 292, 304 Trams: 3, 19, 50 Train: Kraków Główny
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 00:00-23:59
Distance to city center
9 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café Kraków (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Kraków, Airport
- Bus: 208, 252, 902 Train: SKA1
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