How far is Leipzig from Krakow?

The distance between the two cities is 343 miles (553 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Leipzig to Krakow?

Most of the buses traveling from Leipzig to Krakow leave from Leipzig Hbf and arrive at Kraków MDA Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Krakow?

Once in Krakow, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Wawel Castle and Cathedral, Old Synagogue, St. Mary's Basilica, Jagiellonian University & Collegium Maius and Botanical Garden.

Bus Leipzig to Krakow from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Leipzig to Krakow on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:25pm	Leipzig central station	9h 5m	4:30am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:25am	Leipzig central station	12h 5m	4:30pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:05am	Leipzig central station	12h 25m	5:30pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Leipzig central station	11h 45m	8:45pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:15am	Leipzig central station	12h 5m	9:20pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Leipzig 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 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10carpool per day

6h 20mAverage Duration

343 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $122	Average Duration12h 25m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$46 - $70	Average Duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Leipzig and Krakow?

Stops in Leipzig

A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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Hbf
Goethestraße 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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Dittrichring 11
Dittrichring 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
D
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
E
Brüderstraße
Brüderstraße, 04103 Leipzig, 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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Cracovie
ulica Pawia, 31-154 Cracow, Poland
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D
Stacja Benzynowa
Pasternik 74, Kraków, Poland
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Stacja paliw BP
Josepha Conrada 81, Kraków, Poland
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Plac Inwalidow
Plac Inwalidów, 31-154 Kraków, Poland

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FlixBus

3.5/511,454 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.

Modultrans

2.5/58 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi2.5

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leipzig to Krakow by bus

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What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Leipzig to Krakow?
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Find cheapest prices for buses

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$36

The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Krakow was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $36

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

You can expect to pay from $36 to $90 for a bus ticket from Leipzig to Krakow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-12-02.