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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Kraków MDA Bus Station | Könyves Kálmán | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Kraków MDA Bus Station | Mexikói út | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Krakow Airport (KRK) | Könyves Kálmán | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Krakow Airport (KRK) | Könyves Kálmán | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Krakow Airport (KRK) | Könyves Kálmán | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Krakow to Budapest
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 306, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 393 - R 2 229 | Average duration9h 40m | 7kg CO₂e | ||
Train | Average priceR 827 - R 1 452 | Average duration12h 9m | 7kg CO₂e | |
Carpool | Average priceR 306 - R 643 | Average duration6h 10m | 12kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Krakow and Budapest?
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
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Plac Inwalidow
Plac Inwalidów, 31-154 Kraków, Poland
Stops in Budapest
- ABudapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
- BBudapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - EKönyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
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Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Krakow to Budapest 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 Krakow to Budapest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Krakow to Budapest start at R 393. The average price for this route is around R 698. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Krakow to Budapest?
The average bus journey time from Krakow to Budapest is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 291 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Krakow to Budapest 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 Krakow to Budapest?
The earliest bus departs from Krakow to Budapest at 01:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Krakow to Budapest?
A bus trip from Krakow to Budapest 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 Krakow to Budapest?
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 Krakow to Budapest?
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 Krakow to Budapest?
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 Krakow to Budapest?
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.
The cheapest trip from Krakow to Budapest was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 446To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Krakow to Budapest as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 446 to R 2 061 for a bus ticket from Krakow to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 446, which is on 2025-12-10.