Bus tickets Cologne — Krakow
Buses from Cologne to Krakow: 8 direct trips a day from 3 carriers. The fastest one takes 16 h 20 min, tickets start at €39. Compare the timetable and prices and book online in a few minutes.
Cologne — 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.
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Carrier | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
00:45 Leverkusen | 17:30 Krakow, MDA Bus Station | 16 h 45 min | FlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o. | €78 |
01:10 Bensberg U | 17:30 Krakow, MDA Bus Station | 16 h 20 min | FlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o. | €78 |
08:50 Cologne Airport | 02:20+1 Krakow, MDA Bus Station | 17 h 30 min | FlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o. | €94 |
09:25 Leverkusen | 02:20+1 Krakow, MDA Bus Station | 16 h 55 min | FlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o. | €94 |
09:50 Cologne Airport | 03:30+1 Airport im. Jana Pawła II, ul. Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego, 1 | 17 h 40 min | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» | €39 |
16:00 Cologne Airport | 11:10+1 Krakow, MDA Bus Station | 19 h 10 min | SINDBAD | €99 |
16:05 Cologne Airport | 11:45+1 Krakow, MDA Bus Station | 19 h 40 min | FlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o. | €88 |
16:40 Leverkusen | 11:45+1 Krakow, MDA Bus Station | 19 h 5 min | FlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o. | €88 |
Carriers on this route
- FlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o.6 trips · from €78
- ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС»1 trip · from €39
- SINDBAD1 trip · from €99
Bus stations and stops
Departure — Cologne
- Cologne Airport
- Leverkusen
- Bensberg U
Arrival — Krakow
- Krakow, MDA Bus Station
- Airport im. Jana Pawła II, ul. Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego, 1
On-board facilities
- Power sockets — 1 of 8 trips
- Air conditioning — 1 of 8 trips
- Toilet — 1 of 8 trips
- TV — 1 of 8 trips
- Luggage included — 6 of 8 trips
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Tickets to Krakow from every city →Questions about the Cologne — Krakow trip
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Krakow?
The fastest direct trip takes 16 h 20 min; a typical one is around 17 h 35 min. The real journey can be longer than the timetable — it depends on the queue at the border.
How much is a bus ticket Cologne — Krakow?
A direct trip starts at €39. 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 Cologne to Krakow depart?
The first direct bus leaves at 00:45 and the last one at 16:40. There are 8 direct trips a day.
Where do buses from Cologne to Krakow depart from?
The main boarding points are: Cologne Airport; Leverkusen. The exact address is printed on your ticket.
Which carriers run from Cologne to Krakow?
FlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o., ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС», SINDBAD. 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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