How much is the bus ticket from Giessen to Krakow?

The cheapest bus tickets from Giessen to Krakow start at R 1 151. The average price for this route is around R 1 612. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Giessen to Krakow?

The average bus journey time from Giessen to Krakow is 16h 30m, covering a distance of 792 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Giessen to Krakow route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Sindbad .

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

The earliest bus departs from Giessen to Krakow at 03:25. And the latest bus departs at 21:30.

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

A bus trip from Giessen to Krakow produces an estimated 20 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 Giessen to Krakow?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Sindbad , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 1245 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Giessen to Krakow?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Giessen to Krakow?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Giessen to Krakow?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Sindbad , with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bus Giessen to Krakow from R 711 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Giessen to Krakow on 4 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:35	Gießen Mathematikum	16h 30m	05:05	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:35	Gießen Mathematikum	17h 35m	06:10	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	14:50	Gießen Mathematikum	17h	07:50	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	14:50	Gießen Mathematikum	16h 30m	07:20	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	21:30	Gießen Mathematikum	21h 15m	18:45	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Giessen 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 9 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 955, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17carpool per day

9h 30mAverage duration

802 kmDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 151 - R 2 898	Average duration16h 30m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 955 - R 1 963	Average duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Giessen and Krakow?

Stops in Giessen

A
Gießen (Licher Straße)
Licher Straße, 35394 Gießen
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B
Bushaltestelle Liebigstraße
Liebigstraße 14, 35390 Gießen (Mathematikum), Hessen
C
Giessen
An der Automeile, 35394 Gießen (Automeile), Hessen
D
Gießen Mathematikum
Liebigstraße 8, 35390 Gießen

Stops in Krakow

A
Lotnisko / Airport (KRK)
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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

3.5/511 887 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Sindbad

3.5/51 251 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.6

PL bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Giessen 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 Giessen to Krakow?
The cheapest bus tickets from Giessen to Krakow start at R 1 151. The average price for this route is around R 1 612. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Giessen to Krakow?
The average bus journey time from Giessen to Krakow is 16h 30m, covering a distance of 792 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Giessen to Krakow route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Sindbad.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Giessen to Krakow?
The earliest bus departs from Giessen to Krakow at 03:25. And the latest bus departs at 21:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Giessen to Krakow?
A bus trip from Giessen to Krakow produces an estimated 20 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 Giessen to Krakow?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Sindbad, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 1245 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Giessen to Krakow?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Giessen to Krakow?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Giessen to Krakow?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Sindbad, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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R 1 101

The cheapest trip from Giessen to Krakow was searched and found on 09 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 101

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 101 to R 1 939 for a bus ticket from Giessen to Krakow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 101, which is on 2026-01-09.