How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Krakow?

The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Krakow start from $48. The average price for this route is around $93. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Hamburg to Krakow?

The average bus trip duration from Hamburg to Krakow is 14h 5m, covering a distance of 487 miles (785 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Krakow route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Sindbad .

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

The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Krakow at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Hamburg to Krakow generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Hamburg 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 1209 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg 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 has the most timely service from Hamburg to Krakow?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Krakow from $47 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Hamburg to Krakow on December 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:35pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	12h 5m	11:40am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	9:30pm	Hamburg Adenauerallee 74	13h 40m	11:10am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
	4:15pm	HAM Airport	16h 10m	8:25am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:17am	Hamburg Hbf	16h 58m	12:15am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
	9:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	13h 40m	11:10am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Krakow on December 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:00am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	12h 30m	4:30pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	CheapestFastest
9:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	13h 40m	11:10am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
5:45am	HAM Airport	20h 45m	2:30am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
4:15pm	HAM Airport	16h 10m	8:25am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
12:30am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	13h	1:30pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Krakow on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:00am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	12h 30m	4:30pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	CheapestFastest
9:30pm	Hamburg Adenauerallee 74	13h 40m	11:10am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
5:45am	HAM Airport	1d 7h	1:30pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
9:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	13h 40m	11:10am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
12:30am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	13h	1:30pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Krakow on December 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:00am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	12h 30m	4:30pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	9:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	13h 40m	11:10am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
	11:59pm	HAM Airport	1d	12:15am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:17am	Hamburg Hbf	12h 58m	12:15am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
	12:30am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	13h	1:30pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:28 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Hamburg to Krakow

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Krakow. The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

9h 20mAverage Duration

487 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$48 - $184	Average Duration14h 5m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$42 - $106	Average Duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Krakow?

Stops in Hamburg

A
Hamburg Airport
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B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany
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C
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany
F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany

Stops in Krakow

A
Kraków MDA Bus Station
Bosacka 18, 31-505 Kraków-Śródmieście, Poland
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B
Krakow Airport
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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

3.5/511,486 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Sindbad

3.5/51,215 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.5

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Hamburg to Krakow by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Krakow?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Krakow start from $48. The average price for this route is around $93. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Hamburg to Krakow?
The average bus trip duration from Hamburg to Krakow is 14h 5m, covering a distance of 487 miles (785 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Krakow route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Sindbad.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Krakow?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Krakow at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Krakow?
A bus trip from Hamburg to Krakow generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Hamburg 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 1209 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg 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 has the most timely service from Hamburg to Krakow?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Hamburg 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/29

$62

11/30

$66

Today

$62

12/02

$52

12/03

$50

12/04

$52

12/05

No data

12/06

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The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Krakow was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $50

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

You can expect to pay from $50 to $145 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Krakow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Sindbad will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.