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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Budapest Airport (BUD) | Kraków MDA Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Mexikói út | Kraków MDA Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Budapest Airport (BUD) | Kraków MDA Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Népliget | Krakow Orzeszkowej Jozefa Dietla | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Könyves Kálmán | Krakow Airport (KRK) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Budapest to Krakow
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 R 475, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 371 - R 1 544 | Average duration8h 50m | 7kg CO₂e | ||
Train | Average priceR 622 - R 1 047 | Average duration13h 37m | 7kg CO₂e | |
Carpool | Average priceR 475 - R 725 | Average duration6h 20m | 12kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Krakow?
Stops in Budapest
- A
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - BBudapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
- CBudapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
- EKönyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
- FNyugati tér, 1062 Budapest 6, Hungary
Stops in Krakow
- BBosacka 18, 31-505 Kraków-Śródmieście, Poland
- Culica Pawia, 31-154 Cracow, Poland
- DPasternik 74, Kraków, Poland
- EJosepha Conrada 81, Kraków, Poland
- F
Plac Inwalidow
Plac Inwalidów, 31-154 Kraków, Poland
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Budapest to Krakow by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 371. The average price for this route is around R 576. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Budapest to Krakow?
The average bus journey time from Budapest to Krakow is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 294 km. The fastest bus gets 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 33 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Robert Megyehazi, RegioJet.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Budapest to Krakow?
The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Krakow at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Krakow?
A bus trip from Budapest to Krakow produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 1069 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Krakow?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.
The cheapest trip from Budapest to Krakow was searched and found on 16 Feb 2026 with a price of R 386To 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 R 386 to R 1 822 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 R 386, which is on 2026-02-16.
What's the cheapest way to go from Budapest to Krakow?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
