How much is the bus ticket from Warsaw to Krakow?

The cheapest coach tickets from Warsaw to Krakow start from £4. The average price for this route is around £18. 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 Warsaw to Krakow?

The average bus journey time from Warsaw to Krakow is 4h 50m, covering a distance of 155 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Warsaw to Krakow route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Warsaw to Krakow at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

A bus journey from Warsaw to Krakow produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Warsaw to Krakow from £1 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Warsaw to Krakow on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:25	Zachodnia	6h 50m	11:15	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	07:00	Zachodnia	3h 35m	10:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	08:45	Warsaw Chopin Airport	3h 50m	12:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:40	Warsaw Chopin Airport	4h 5m	14:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:55	Warsaw Chopin Airport	3h 50m	20:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Warsaw to Krakow on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:50	Zachodnia	4h	19:50	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	18:50	Warsaw Chopin Airport	3h 45m	22:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	00:20	Warsaw Chopin Airport	4h 10m	04:30	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:45	Warsaw Chopin Airport	3h 50m	12:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:40	Warsaw Chopin Airport	4h 5m	14:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Warsaw to Krakow on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:50	Zachodnia	4h	19:50	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	18:50	Warsaw Chopin Airport	3h 45m	22:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	00:20	Warsaw Chopin Airport	4h 10m	04:30	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:45	Warsaw Chopin Airport	3h 50m	12:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:20	Zachodnia	8h 5m	17:25	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures from Warsaw to Krakow on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:50	Zachodnia	4h	19:50	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	18:50	Warsaw Chopin Airport	3h 45m	22:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	00:20	Warsaw Chopin Airport	4h 10m	04:30	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:45	Warsaw Chopin Airport	3h 50m	12:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:00	Zachodnia	5h 55m	11:55	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures from Warsaw to Krakow on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:30	Zachodnia	4h 10m	23:40	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	18:50	Warsaw Chopin Airport	3h 45m	22:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	00:20	Warsaw Chopin Airport	4h 10m	04:30	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:45	Warsaw Chopin Airport	3h 50m	12:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	19:50	Warsaw Chopin Airport	3h 50m	23:40	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Warsaw to Krakow on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:20	Zachodnia	4h 5m	16:25	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	07:00	Zachodnia	3h 35m	10:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	00:20	Warsaw Chopin Airport	4h 10m	04:30	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:45	Warsaw Chopin Airport	3h 50m	12:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:40	Warsaw Chopin Airport	4h 5m	14:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Warsaw to Krakow on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:20	Zachodnia	4h 5m	16:25	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	07:00	Zachodnia	3h 35m	10:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	00:20	Warsaw Chopin Airport	4h 10m	04:30	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:45	Warsaw Chopin Airport	3h 50m	12:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:40	Warsaw Chopin Airport	4h 5m	14:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Warsaw to Krakow on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Zachodnia	3h 35m	10:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	00:20	Warsaw Chopin Airport	4h 10m	04:30	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:45	Warsaw Chopin Airport	3h 50m	12:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:40	Warsaw Chopin Airport	4h 5m	14:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:55	Warsaw Chopin Airport	3h 50m	20:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Warsaw to Krakow

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Krakow. The journey takes about 3 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

3h 31mAverage duration

156 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£4 - £50	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£4 - £15	Average duration3h 31m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£6 - £23	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Warsaw and Krakow?

Stops in Warsaw

A
Zachodnia
Aleje Jerozolimskie 144, Warszawa, Poland
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B
Warsaw Chopin Airport
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C
Warszawa Zachodnia
Tunelowa 6, 01-221 Warszawa, Poland
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D
Centralna
Aleje Jerozolimskie 54, Warszawa, Poland
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E
Wschodnia
Lubelska 22, 03-802 Warszawa, Poland
F
Centalny
aleja Jana Pawła II 20, Warszawa, Poland
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,475 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Users have noted that the driver and conductor maintained orderliness during their journey. However, there were some concerns regarding a lack of seat allocations and difficulties in communication for non-EU travelers due to language barriers. Additionally, passengers experienced discomfort as the bus became stuffy without any means to alleviate it.

Flixbus Warsaw Krakow recent customer reviews

No support for non EU Traveller, language problem. Try to employ polish that speaks fluent English to bridge the gap. Driver and conductor were orderly

Lawal A.

18 April 2025

I was less satisfied on this occasion. No seat allocations were made. The bus got very stuffy and hot and there was no way to address this situation.

Peter L.

30 October 2024

No wifi at all.Toilets was so dirty & no water at all.

Ana P.

20 August 2024

PL Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Warsaw 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 Warsaw to Krakow?
The cheapest coach tickets from Warsaw to Krakow start from £4. The average price for this route is around £18. 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 Warsaw to Krakow?
The average bus journey time from Warsaw to Krakow is 4h 50m, covering a distance of 155 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Warsaw to Krakow route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Warsaw to Krakow?
The earliest bus departs from Warsaw to Krakow at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Warsaw to Krakow?
A bus journey from Warsaw to Krakow produces an estimated 6 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

28/11

£12

29/11

£13

Today

£11

01/12

£7

02/12

£7

03/12

£7

04/12

£5

05/12

£5

The cheapest trip from Warsaw to Krakow was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £5

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

You can expect to pay from £5 to £39 for a bus ticket from Warsaw to Krakow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-12-04.