Budapest to Kraków by bus
Travelling from Budapest to Kraków by bus takes about 6h 25m, run by City transit, FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 2h 50m. The bus is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €23
- Total journey
- 6h 25m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- City transit, FlixBus
Omio catalogue, Sep 9 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1Budapest to Budapest Mexikói útCity transit10m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Budapest Mexikói út - 2Budapest Mexikói út to Kraków
FlixBus5h 55mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 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.
Before you travel
Where does the bus leave from?
This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €221Checked Sep 7 | 3h1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Train | €54Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 13h 52m1 transfer | See Train details |
- Flight€221Checked Sep 73h · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Train€54Omio catalogue, Sep 913h 52m · 1 transferSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
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
Budapest to Kraków by bus: common questions
How long does Budapest to Kraków take by bus?
About 6h 25m, 1 transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Budapest to Kraków?
Omio publishes €23 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the bus from Budapest to Kraków?
City transit, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 2h 50m. The bus wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
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