What's the distance between Budapest and Krakow by coach?

The distance between Budapest and Krakow by coach is approximately 182 miles (294 km).

What is the best way to go from Budapest to Krakow without a car?

The best way to go from Budapest to Krakow without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Budapest to Krakow from £17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Budapest to Krakow on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:00	Könyves Kálmán	7h 10m	20:10	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:35	Mexikói út	6h 25m	06:00	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h 20m	19:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:55	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	11h 50m	08:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	21:10	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	11h 55m	09:05	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Krakow on 28 November
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	23:00	Népliget	10h	09:00	Krakow Orzeszkowej Jozefa Dietla	No tags
Bus	05:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	13:15	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Krakow on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:00	Könyves Kálmán	7h 10m	20:10	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 30 November
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 1 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 2 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	23:35	Mexikói út	6h 25m	06:00	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 3 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	23:35	Mexikói út	6h 25m	06:00	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h 20m	19:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:55	Könyves Kálmán	10h 35m	19:30	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	10:55	Könyves Kálmán	10h 55m	21:50	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Krakow on 4 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	23:35	Mexikói út	6h 25m	06:00	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	8h 20m	19:45	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:00	Népliget	10h	09:00	Krakow Orzeszkowej Jozefa Dietla	No tags
Bus	06:00	Könyves Kálmán	9h 15m	15:15	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

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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 £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

7h 20mAverage duration

182 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£18 - £112	Average duration8h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£30 - £50	Average duration13h 37m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£22 - £35	Average duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Krakow?

Stops in Budapest

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

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FlixBus

3.5/511,454 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11454 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 £18

FlixBus Budapest Krakow recent customer reviews

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30 December 2024

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

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RegioJet

4/51,057 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Budapest to Krakow

What's the distance between Budapest and Krakow by coach?
The distance between Budapest and Krakow by coach is approximately 182 miles (294 km).
What is the best way to go from Budapest to Krakow without a car?
The best way to go from Budapest to Krakow without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

25/11

£23

26/11

£23

Today

£22

28/11

£24

29/11

£21

30/11

£23

01/12

£19

02/12

£19

The cheapest trip from Budapest to Krakow was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £19

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 £19 to £114 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 £19, which is on 2025-12-02.