Bus Tickets from Zakopane to Krakow

Next departures

Next departures for Zakopane to Krakow on September 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
MAXBUS
DA, ul. Chramcówki 35
DA 'MDA', ul. Bosacka 18, stan. G18-G19Cheapest
Flixbus
ul. Chramcówki
Kraków MDA Bus StationFastest
MAJER BUS
DA, ul. Chramcówki 35
DA 'MDA', ul. Bosacka 18, stan. G18-G19No tags
MAXBUS
DA, ul. Chramcówki 35
DA 'MDA', ul. Bosacka 18, stan. G18-G19No tags
Flixbus
ul. Chramcówki
Kraków MDA Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Zakopane to Krakow

Bus
Average PriceUS$9 - US$29Average Duration2h 14m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$3 - US$11Average Duration1h 40m
4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Zakopane to Krakow

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Krakow. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day
1h 40mAverage Duration
US$3Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Zakopane to Krakow: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$12
Average Bus Trip Duration2h 14m
Number of daily buses45
Earliest bus departure4:30am
Distance85 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Zakopane to Krakow Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Zakopane - Krakow

  1. What is the travel distance from Zakopane to Krakow?

    The distance between Zakopane and Krakow is around 86 km (53 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Zakopane to Krakow?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at ul. Chramcówki, in Zakopane, and end it at Kraków MDA Bus Station, in Krakow.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-30
US$9
08-31
US$9
Today
US$9
09-02
US$9
09-03
US$9
09-04
US$9
09-05
US$9
09-06
US$9
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Zakopane to Krakow was searched and found on Aug 31, 2025 with a price of US$9

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

You can expect to pay from US$9 to US$19 for a bus ticket from Zakopane to Krakow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$9 which is on 2025-09-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Zakopane and Krakow!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Zakopane to Krakow, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Zakopane to Krakow that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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