How much is the bus ticket from Riga to Krakow?

The cheapest bus tickets from Riga to Krakow start from $59. The average price for this route is around $95. 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 Riga to Krakow?

The average bus travel time from Riga to Krakow is 19h 10m, covering a distance of 816 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Riga to Krakow route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Riga to Krakow at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Riga to Krakow generates an estimated 20.380950000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Riga to Krakow from $54 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Riga to Krakow on April 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:05pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 10m	3:15pm	Krakow Airport (KRK)	Cheapest
Bus	10:05pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	15h 30m	12:35pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:55pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	19h 10m	6:05pm	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 30m	4:25pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:05pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	21h 27m	6:32pm	Kraków Czyżyny	No tags

Next departures for Riga to Krakow on April 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15am	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 20m	10:35pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:05pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	15h 30m	12:35pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:15am	Starptautiskā autoosta	20h 5m	1:20am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	9:50am	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	3:35am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	3:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	22h 35m	1:15pm	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures for Riga to Krakow on April 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15am	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 20m	10:35pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:05pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	15h 30m	12:35pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:15am	Starptautiskā autoosta	20h 5m	1:20am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	9:50am	Starptautiskā autoosta	20h 15m	5:05am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	3:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	21h 10m	11:50am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures for Riga to Krakow on April 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15am	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 20m	10:35pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:05pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	15h 30m	12:35pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:15am	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 44m	11:59pm	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	9:50am	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	3:35am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	3:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	21h 10m	11:50am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures for Riga to Krakow on April 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15am	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 20m	10:35pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:05pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	15h 30m	12:35pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:15am	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 44m	11:59pm	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	9:50am	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	3:35am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	3:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	23h	1:40pm	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures for Riga to Krakow on April 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15am	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 20m	10:35pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:05pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	16h 20m	1:25pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:15am	Starptautiskā autoosta	20h 5m	1:20am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	9:50am	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	3:35am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	3:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	23h	1:40pm	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures for Riga to Krakow on April 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15am	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 20m	10:35pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:05pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	16h 20m	1:25pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:15am	Starptautiskā autoosta	20h 5m	1:20am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	9:50am	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	3:35am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	3:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	23h 20m	2:00pm	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures for Riga to Krakow on April 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15am	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 20m	10:35pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:05pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	16h 20m	1:25pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:15am	Starptautiskā autoosta	20h 5m	1:20am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	9:50am	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	3:35am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	3:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	21h 15m	11:55am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

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Get from Riga to Krakow

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 19 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

19h 10mAverage Duration

816 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Riga and Krakow?

Stops in Riga

A
Riga Airport
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B
Starptautiskā autoosta
Prāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
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C
Seaport
Eksporta iela 3A, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia
D
Port: Riga
Eksporta iela 3B, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia

Stops in Krakow

A
Kraków MDA Bus Station
Bosacka 18, 31-505 Kraków-Śródmieście, Poland
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B
Lotnisko / Airport (KRK)
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,438 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Based on 12438 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $59

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riga 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 Riga to Krakow?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riga to Krakow start from $59. The average price for this route is around $95. 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 Riga to Krakow?
The average bus travel time from Riga to Krakow is 19h 10m, covering a distance of 816 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Riga to Krakow route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Riga to Krakow?
The earliest bus departs from Riga to Krakow at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riga to Krakow?
A bus trip from Riga to Krakow generates an estimated 20.380950000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04-06

$132

04-07

$121

Today

$115

04-09

$69

04-10

$74

04-11

$74

04-12

$69

04-13

$60

The cheapest trip from Riga to Krakow was searched and found on Apr 13, 2026 with a price of $60

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

You can expect to pay from $60 to $269 for a bus ticket from Riga to Krakow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $60 which is on 2026-04-13.