What's the distance between Krakow and Budapest by coach?

The distance between Krakow and Budapest by coach is approximately 182 miles (294 km).

How can I get from Krakow to Budapest without driving?

The best way to go from Krakow to Budapest without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Krakow to Budapest from £16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Krakow to Budapest on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 40m	06:25	Könyves Kálmán	Cheapest
	Bus	23:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 20m	06:05	Mexikói út	Fastest

Next departures from Krakow to Budapest on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:40	Kraków MDA Bus Station	7h 15m	20:55	Könyves Kálmán	Cheapest
Bus	23:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 20m	06:05	Mexikói út	Fastest
Bus	01:25	Krakow Airport (KRK)	11h 20m	12:45	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	07:45	Krakow Airport (KRK)	11h 25m	19:10	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	09:00	Krakow Airport (KRK)	11h	20:00	Könyves Kálmán	No tags

Next departures from Krakow to Budapest on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:30	Kraków MDA Bus Station	7h 50m	00:20	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	Cheapest
Bus	23:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 20m	06:05	Mexikói út	Fastest
Bus	01:25	Krakow Airport (KRK)	11h 20m	12:45	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	20:00	Krakow Orzeszkowej Jozefa Dietla	10h	06:00	Népliget	No tags
Bus	03:40	Krakow Airport (KRK)	9h 6m	12:46	Könyves Kálmán	No tags

Next departures from Krakow to Budapest on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:40	Kraków MDA Bus Station	7h 15m	20:55	Könyves Kálmán	Cheapest
Bus	23:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 20m	06:05	Mexikói út	Fastest
Bus	01:25	Krakow Airport (KRK)	11h 20m	12:45	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	20:00	Krakow Orzeszkowej Jozefa Dietla	10h	06:00	Népliget	No tags
Bus	03:40	Krakow Airport (KRK)	9h 6m	12:46	Könyves Kálmán	No tags

Next departures from Krakow to Budapest on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:50	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 56m	12:46	Könyves Kálmán	Cheapest
Bus	23:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 20m	06:05	Mexikói út	Fastest
Bus	01:25	Krakow Airport (KRK)	11h 20m	12:45	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	03:40	Krakow Airport (KRK)	9h 6m	12:46	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	05:45	Krakow Airport (KRK)	9h 1m	14:46	Könyves Kálmán	No tags

Next departures from Krakow to Budapest on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:30	Kraków MDA Bus Station	7h 50m	00:20	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	Cheapest
Bus	23:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 20m	06:05	Mexikói út	Fastest
Bus	01:25	Krakow Airport (KRK)	11h 20m	12:45	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	02:10	Krakow Airport (KRK)	10h 45m	12:55	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	05:10	Krakow Airport (KRK)	9h 36m	14:46	Könyves Kálmán	No tags

Next departures from Krakow to Budapest on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:20	Kraków MDA Bus Station	7h 26m	14:46	Könyves Kálmán	Cheapest
Bus	23:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 20m	06:05	Mexikói út	Fastest
Bus	02:10	Krakow Airport (KRK)	10h 45m	12:55	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	03:40	Krakow Airport (KRK)	11h 6m	14:46	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	07:45	Krakow Airport (KRK)	11h 25m	19:10	Könyves Kálmán	No tags

Next departures from Krakow to Budapest on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:40	Kraków MDA Bus Station	7h 15m	20:55	Könyves Kálmán	Cheapest
Bus	23:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 20m	06:05	Mexikói út	Fastest
Bus	07:45	Krakow Airport (KRK)	11h 25m	19:10	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	09:00	Krakow Airport (KRK)	11h	20:00	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	10:35	Krakow Airport (KRK)	10h 20m	20:55	Könyves Kálmán	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Krakow to Budapest

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 20mAverage duration

182 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£18 - £100	Average duration9h 36m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£37 - £65	Average duration12h 9m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£14 - £28	Average duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Krakow and Budapest?

Stops in Krakow

A
Krakow Airport
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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

Stops in Budapest

A
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
B
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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C
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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D
Budapest Airport
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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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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Krakow to Budapest

What's the distance between Krakow and Budapest by coach?
The distance between Krakow and Budapest by coach is approximately 182 miles (294 km).
How can I get from Krakow to Budapest without driving?
The best way to go from Krakow to Budapest without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

25/11

£23

26/11

£23

Today

£22

28/11

£23

29/11

£21

30/11

£24

01/12

£19

02/12

£19

The cheapest trip from Krakow to Budapest was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £19

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

You can expect to pay from £19 to £86 for a bus ticket from Krakow to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-12-02.