How much is the bus ticket from Budapest to Krakow?

The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Krakow start at R 392. The average price for this route is around R 704. 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 297 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 34 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 1058 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 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Budapest to Krakow from R 361 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Budapest to Krakow on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	Könyves Kálmán	6h 40m	00:10	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:55	Mexikói út	6h 15m	00:10	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h 20m	19:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	21:40	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	10h 45m	08:25	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:55	Könyves Kálmán	10h 55m	21:50	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Krakow on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:00	Könyves Kálmán	7h 15m	13:15	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:55	Mexikói út	6h 15m	00:10	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	00:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h	08:25	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	05:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	13:15	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h 20m	19:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Krakow on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:55	Könyves Kálmán	7h 30m	16:25	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:55	Mexikói út	6h 15m	00:10	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	05:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	13:15	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h 20m	19:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	21:40	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	10h 45m	08:25	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Krakow on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:55	Könyves Kálmán	7h 30m	16:25	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:55	Mexikói út	6h 15m	00:10	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	05:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	13:15	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:00	Népliget	10h	09:00	Krakow Orzeszkowej Jozefa Dietla	No tags
Bus	11:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h 20m	19:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Krakow on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	13:15	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:55	Mexikói út	6h 15m	00:10	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	00:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h	08:25	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:00	Népliget	10h	09:00	Krakow Orzeszkowej Jozefa Dietla	No tags
Bus	11:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h 20m	19:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Krakow on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:00	Könyves Kálmán	7h 15m	13:15	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:55	Mexikói út	6h 15m	00:10	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	00:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h	08:25	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	05:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	13:15	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h 20m	19:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Krakow on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	13:15	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:55	Mexikói út	6h 15m	00:10	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	00:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h	08:25	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h 20m	19:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	21:40	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	10h 45m	08:25	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Krakow on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	13:15	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:55	Mexikói út	6h 15m	00:10	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	00:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h	08:25	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h 20m	19:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	21:40	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	10h 45m	08:25	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:32 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Budapest to Krakow

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Krakow. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 565, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

7h 20mAverage duration

293 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 392 - R 2 549	Average duration8h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 661 - R 1 112	Average duration13h 37m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 565 - R 780	Average duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Krakow?

Stops in Budapest

A
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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B
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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C
Budapest Airport
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D
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
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

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

3.5/511 619 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11619 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 R 392

FlixBus Budapest Krakow recent customer reviews

Comfortable seats

ÁGnes M.

30 December 2024

Good crew and good service. Left and arrived on time.

Zbigniew C.

26 August 2024

Robert Megyehazi

RegioJet

4/51 061 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

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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 392. The average price for this route is around R 704. 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 297 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 34 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 1058 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 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/12

R 582

14/12

R 1 367

Today

R 561

16/12

R 561

17/12

R 561

18/12

R 561

19/12

R 665

20/12

R 769

The cheapest trip from Budapest to Krakow was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 561

To 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 561 to R 2 306 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 561, which is on 2025-12-16.