The cheapest and fastest coaches from Vienna to Kraków
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 45 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
331 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Vienna to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Kraków will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $35.
Of the 19 buses that leave Vienna for Kraków every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 331 km distance in an average of 6 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 15 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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FlixBusTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Vienna to Kraków
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Kraków among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. 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 $26, and a flight costs an average of $33.
Distance: 331 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average Price Cheapest | $91 Average Price | $262 Average Price |
7h 47m Average total duration 7h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Vienna to Kraków bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Kraków coaches for today, Friday, 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:55 pm Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 7h45 | 4:40 am Kraków, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 pm Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 8h20 | 5:15 am Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 pm Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 11h45 | 10:25 am Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 1 change | |
(Vienna -> Cracow) | 10:55 pm Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 7h20 | 6:15 am Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday, 8 November | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 am Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 8h50 | 9:35 am Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:45 am Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 7h20 | 8:05 am Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 am Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 9h00 | 2:15 pm Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 5:15 am Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 7h15 | 12:30 pm Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:35 am Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 8h40 | 2:15 pm Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 5:35 am Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 6h55 | 12:30 pm Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 am Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 6h20 | 1:20 pm Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 am Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 8h15 | 4:10 pm Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 am Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 7h55 | 4:10 pm Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 9:25 am Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 7h50 | 5:15 pm Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 am Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 8h05 | 5:45 pm Kraków, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 9:45 am Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 7h30 | 5:15 pm Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 pm Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 6h20 | 8:50 pm Kraków, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 pm Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 6h55 | 9:25 pm Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 pm Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 8h10 | 4:40 am Kraków, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 pm Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 8h45 | 5:15 am Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vienna to Kraków
Buses from Vienna to Kraków run on average 22 times per day, taking around 7h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 if you book in advance.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 331 km distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 331 km |
Average bus duration 7h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Euroticket, Infobus from Vienna to KrakówYou can travel by bus between Vienna to Kraków with FlixBus, Euroticket, Infobus for as low as $26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Vienna to Kraków coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna 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.

When departing from Vienna, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz. When arriving in Kraków, you can end your trip in coach stations like Kraków, Airport and Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB), 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 Vienna and Kraków
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 77A, 80A Metro: U3
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant 1 (in the station)
- Restaurant 2 (in the station)
- Restaurant 3 (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13A, 69A Metro: U1 Train: S1, S2, S3
- 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
- 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
- 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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