Bus tickets Budapest — Krakow

Buses from Budapest to Krakow: 12 direct trips a day from 3 carriers. The fastest one takes 5 h 55 min, tickets start at €25. Compare the timetable and prices and book online in a few minutes.

Price from €25Fastest trip 5 h 55 minTrips a day 12Carriers 3Krakow — Budapest tickets →

Budapest — Krakow bus timetable

Timetables and prices change — the search above shows seats and fares for your date. Times are local; «+1» means arrival the next day.

DepartureArrivalDurationCarrierPrice
05:30
Budapest Népliget
12:45
Krakow, MDA Bus Station
7 h 15 minFlixBus CEE South d.o.o.€25
05:55
Budapest Mexikói út
12:45
Krakow, MDA Bus Station
6 h 50 minFlixBus CEE South d.o.o.€25
09:15
Budapest Népliget
16:30
Krakow, MDA Bus Station
7 h 15 minFlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o.€40
11:00
Budapest Népliget
19:45
Krakow, MDA Bus Station
8 h 45 minFlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o.€47
12:25
Budapest Kelenföld
20:10
Krakow, MDA Bus Station
7 h 45 minFlixBus CEE South d.o.o.€32
13:00
Budapest Népliget
20:10
Krakow, MDA Bus Station
7 h 10 minFlixBus CEE South d.o.o.€32
13:25
Budapest Mexikói út
20:10
Krakow, MDA Bus Station
6 h 45 minFlixBus CEE South d.o.o.€32
17:45
Budapest Népliget
00:00+1
Krakow, MDA Bus Station
6 h 15 minFlixBus Estonia OÜ€34
18:05
Budapest Mexikói út
00:00+1
Krakow, MDA Bus Station
5 h 55 minFlixBus Estonia OÜ€34
23:15
Budapest Népliget
06:00+1
Krakow, MDA Bus Station
6 h 45 minFlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o.€29
23:35
Budapest Mexikói út
06:00+1
Krakow, MDA Bus Station
6 h 25 minFlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o.€29
23:59
Budapest Népliget
08:25+1
Krakow, MDA Bus Station
8 h 26 minFlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o.€37

Carriers on this route

  • FlixBus CEE South d.o.o.5 trips · from €25
  • FlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o.5 trips · from €29
  • FlixBus Estonia OÜ2 trips · from €34

Bus stations and stops

Departure — Budapest

  • Budapest Népliget
  • Budapest Mexikói út
  • Budapest Kelenföld

Arrival — Krakow

  • Krakow, MDA Bus Station

On-board facilities

  • Luggage included — 12 of 12 trips

Useful before you travel

Questions about the Budapest — Krakow trip

How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Krakow?

The fastest direct trip takes 5 h 55 min; a typical one is around 7 h. The real journey can be longer than the timetable — it depends on the queue at the border.

How much is a bus ticket Budapest — Krakow?

A direct trip starts at €25. The fare depends on the carrier, the date and how many seats are left — the search on this page shows the exact price for your date.

What time do buses from Budapest to Krakow depart?

The first direct bus leaves at 05:30 and the last one at 23:59. There are 12 direct trips a day.

Where do buses from Budapest to Krakow depart from?

The main boarding points are: Budapest Népliget; Budapest Mexikói út. The exact address is printed on your ticket.

Which carriers run from Budapest to Krakow?

FlixBus CEE South d.o.o., FlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o., FlixBus Estonia OÜ. You can compare their trips, prices and refund terms in the search on this page.

How do I get a refund?

Refund conditions are shown before purchase under «Trip details». We also state them on the ticket itself. You can return a ticket yourself on the «My tickets» page, if the carrier's rules allow it. If the trip has already departed and you could not travel for personal reasons, a refund is not possible.

How much luggage can I take?

Every carrier sets its own luggage rules. Check «Trip details» for the number of items allowed and whether extra luggage is available.

What if the bus is late?

Call the contact number printed on your ticket next to the route information — the carrier has the most accurate arrival time.

Do I need a passport for European routes?

Document requirements differ from country to country. Check with the border service or the consulate of the country you are travelling to for the exact list of documents for your route.

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