How much is the bus ticket from Budapest to Krakow?

The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Krakow start from $33. The average price for this route is around $57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Krakow?

The average bus travel time from Budapest to Krakow is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 294 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Budapest to Krakow route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Robert Megyehazi , RegioJet .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Budapest to Krakow?

The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Krakow at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Krakow?

A bus trip from Budapest to Krakow generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Budapest to Krakow?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1066 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Krakow?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Budapest to Krakow?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Budapest to Krakow?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet , with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bus Budapest to Krakow from $28 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Budapest to Krakow on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15pm	Könyves Kálmán	6h 45m	6:00am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:35pm	Mexikói út	6h 25m	6:00am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	9:40pm	Budapest Airport (BUD)	12h 20m	10:00am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:30pm	Könyves Kálmán	11h 35m	6:05am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	11:15pm	Könyves Kálmán	8h 25m	7:40am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Krakow on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Könyves Kálmán	7h 30m	4:25pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:35pm	Mexikói út	6h 25m	6:00am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	4:55am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	12:45pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:00pm	Népliget	10h	9:00am	Krakow Orzeszkowej Jozefa Dietla	No tags
Bus	11:25am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h 20m	7:45pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Krakow on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Könyves Kálmán	7h 30m	4:25pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:55pm	Mexikói út	6h 15m	12:10am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:25am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h	8:25am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:00pm	Népliget	10h	9:00am	Krakow Orzeszkowej Jozefa Dietla	No tags
Bus	4:55am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	12:45pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Krakow on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00pm	Könyves Kálmán	7h 10m	8:10pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:55pm	Mexikói út	6h 15m	12:10am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:25am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h	8:25am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:55am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	12:45pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:25am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h 20m	7:45pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Krakow on January 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30am	Könyves Kálmán	7h 15m	12:45pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:55pm	Mexikói út	6h 15m	12:10am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:25am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h	8:25am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:55am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	12:45pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:25am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h 20m	7:45pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Krakow on January 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Könyves Kálmán	7h 30m	4:25pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:55pm	Mexikói út	6h 15m	12:10am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:25am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h	8:25am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:55am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	12:45pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:25am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h 20m	7:45pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Krakow on January 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Könyves Kálmán	7h 30m	4:25pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:35pm	Mexikói út	6h 25m	6:00am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:25am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h	8:25am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:25am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h 20m	7:45pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:40pm	Budapest Airport (BUD)	10h 45m	8:25am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Krakow on January 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Könyves Kálmán	7h 30m	4:25pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:35pm	Mexikói út	6h 25m	6:00am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:25am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h	8:25am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:55am	Könyves Kálmán	10h 35m	7:30pm	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	6:30pm	Könyves Kálmán	11h 35m	6:05am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:25 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Budapest to Krakow

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Krakow. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

6h 20mAverage Duration

293 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $201	Average Duration8h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$55 - $92	Average Duration13h 37m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$41 - $64	Average Duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Krakow?

Stops in Budapest

A
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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B
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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C
Budapest Airport
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D
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
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E
Könyves Kálmán
Könyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
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F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
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Stops in Krakow

A
Lotnisko / Airport (KRK)
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B
Kraków MDA Bus Station
Bosacka 18, 31-505 Kraków-Śródmieście, Poland
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C
Cracovie
ulica Pawia, 31-154 Cracow, Poland
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D
Stacja Benzynowa
Pasternik 74, Kraków, Poland
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E
Stacja paliw BP
Josepha Conrada 81, Kraków, Poland
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F
Plac Inwalidow
Plac Inwalidów, 31-154 Kraków, Poland
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,043 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 12043 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $33

FlixBus Budapest Krakow recent customer reviews

Comfortable seats

ÁGnes M.

December 30, 2024

Good crew and good service. Left and arrived on time.

Zbigniew C.

August 26, 2024

Robert Megyehazi

RegioJet

4/51,067 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Budapest to Krakow by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Budapest to Krakow?
The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Krakow start from $33. The average price for this route is around $57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Krakow?
The average bus travel time from Budapest to Krakow is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 294 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Budapest to Krakow route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Robert Megyehazi, RegioJet.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Budapest to Krakow?
The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Krakow at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Krakow?
A bus trip from Budapest to Krakow generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Budapest to Krakow?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1066 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Krakow?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Budapest to Krakow?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Budapest to Krakow?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-12

$43

01-13

$41

Today

$41

01-15

$37

01-16

$40

01-17

$34

01-18

$38

01-19

$31

The cheapest trip from Budapest to Krakow was searched and found on Jan 19, 2026 with a price of $31

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Budapest to Krakow, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $31 to $113 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Krakow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2026-01-19.

What's the cheapest way to go from Budapest to Krakow?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time8h 50m	Avg Price$57	Daily Departures34
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time13h 37m	Avg Price$80	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel time6h 20m	Avg Price$63	Daily Departures2