How much is the bus ticket from Riga to Krakow?

The cheapest coach tickets from Riga to Krakow start from CZK 879. The average price for this route is around CZK 1,493. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Riga to Krakow?

The average bus journey time from Riga to Krakow is 19h 10m, covering a distance of 504 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 16 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riga to Krakow?

The earliest bus departs from Riga to Krakow at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

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

A bus journey from Riga to Krakow produces an estimated 20.29525 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Riga to Krakow from CZK 819 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Riga to Krakow on 26 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:55	Starptautiskā autoosta	19h 40m	18:35	Krakow Airport (KRK)	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Starptautiskā autoosta	15h 30m	12:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	09:50	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	03:35	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	15:40	Starptautiskā autoosta	21h 15m	11:55	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	22:05	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 10m	15:15	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Krakow on 27 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 20m	22:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Starptautiskā autoosta	16h 20m	13:25	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	20h 5m	01:20	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	09:50	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	03:35	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	15:40	Starptautiskā autoosta	21h 15m	11:55	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Krakow on 28 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 20m	22:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Starptautiskā autoosta	16h 20m	13:25	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	20h 5m	01:20	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	09:50	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	03:35	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	15:40	Starptautiskā autoosta	21h 15m	11:55	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Krakow on 29 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 20m	22:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Starptautiskā autoosta	16h 20m	13:25	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	20h 5m	01:20	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	09:50	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	03:35	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	15:40	Starptautiskā autoosta	21h 15m	11:55	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Krakow on 30 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 20m	22:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Starptautiskā autoosta	15h 30m	12:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	20h 5m	01:20	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	09:50	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	03:35	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	15:40	Starptautiskā autoosta	22h 35m	13:15	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Krakow on 1 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:05	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 10m	15:15	Krakow Airport (KRK)	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Starptautiskā autoosta	15h 30m	12:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	20h 5m	01:20	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	09:50	Starptautiskā autoosta	20h 15m	05:05	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	15:40	Starptautiskā autoosta	19h 50m	10:30	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Krakow on 2 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 20m	22:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Starptautiskā autoosta	15h 30m	12:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 44m	23:59	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	09:50	Starptautiskā autoosta	20h 15m	05:05	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	15:40	Starptautiskā autoosta	19h 50m	10:30	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Krakow on 3 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:20	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	18h 45m	18:05	Krakow Airport (KRK)	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Starptautiskā autoosta	15h 30m	12:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 44m	23:59	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	09:50	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	03:35	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	15:40	Starptautiskā autoosta	23h	13:40	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 22:47 EEST.

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 CZK 879, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

19h 10mAverage duration

504 milesDistance

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

3.5/512,535 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Based on 12535 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 Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at CZK 879

PL bus companies:FlixBus, Sindbad, Ecolines, Infobus, Avtokombinat-1 OOO, TransTempo, My Way

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Riga to Krakow

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

How much is the bus ticket from Riga to Krakow?
The cheapest coach tickets from Riga to Krakow start from CZK 879. The average price for this route is around CZK 1,493. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Riga to Krakow?
The average bus journey time from Riga to Krakow is 19h 10m, covering a distance of 504 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 16 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riga to Krakow?
The earliest bus departs from Riga to Krakow at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riga to Krakow?
A bus journey from Riga to Krakow produces an estimated 20.29525 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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

24/04

CZK 1,797

25/04

CZK 1,906

Today

CZK 1,638

27/04

CZK 1,101

28/04

CZK 1,101

29/04

CZK 1,101

30/04

CZK 1,587

01/05

CZK 1,637

The cheapest trip from Riga to Krakow was searched and found on 27 Apr 2026 with a price of CZK 1,101

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 CZK 1,101 to CZK 4,183 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 CZK 1,101, which is on 2026-04-27.