How to get from Budapest to Kraków
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Budapest to Kraków. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 3h, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 292 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €38, on Sat, Sep 5.
This fare comes from a search on September 7, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
292 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €16Checked Sep 7 | 3hFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €54Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 13h 52m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €23Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 6h 25m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€16Checked Sep 73h · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€54Omio catalogue, Sep 913h 52m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€23Omio catalogue, Sep 96h 25m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Budapest to Kraków: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Budapest → Warsawflight
LOT Polish Airlines·1h 15m - 2Warsaw → KrakówflightLOT Polish Airlines·55m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Budapest to Kraków
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€21October 2026
€16Departures from Budapest to Kraków
FlixBus runs 16 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:25 and the last at 23:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 16 | 00:25 | 23:59 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
LOT Polish AirlinesBudapest-Warsaw, Warsaw-KrakówSee live options and dates →
FlixBusBudapest Mexikói út-KrakówBook →
Austrian AirlinesBudapest-Vienna, Vienna-KrakówSee live options and dates →PKP IntercityBudapest-Włoszczowa, Włoszczowa-KrakówBook →City transitBudapest-Budapest Mexikói útBook →On this route you travel with LOT Polish Airlines, FlixBus, Austrian Airlines, PKP Intercity, City transit; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Budapest to Kraków works
Start with a LOT Polish Airlines flight from Budapest to Kraków, connecting in Warsaw, about 3h. In total it's roughly €221 over 3h, 1 transfer.
Budapest to Kraków: common questions
How long does it take to get from Budapest to Kraków?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 3h. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Kraków from Budapest?
About 292 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Budapest to Kraków cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €221. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Budapest to Kraków?
The most useful route we found connects: 1 transfer, 3h in total. On flexible dates a live search sometimes turns up a nonstop.
How long is the flight from Budapest to Kraków?
About 3h, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Budapest and Kraków?
Budapest is BUD and Kraków is KRK, so this route is usually written BUD to KRK.
Which operators run Budapest to Kraków?
On this route you travel with LOT Polish Airlines, FlixBus, Austrian Airlines, PKP Intercity, City transit.
Can you get from Budapest to Kraków without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 5h 55m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Budapest to Kraków?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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