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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 | Zachodnia | Kraków MDA Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Warsaw Chopin Airport | Kraków MDA Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Warsaw Chopin Airport | Kraków MDA Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Warsaw Chopin Airport | Kraków MDA Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Zachodnia | Krakow Airport (KRK) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Warsaw to Krakow
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Krakow. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Warsaw and Krakow?
Stops in Warsaw
- AAleje Jerozolimskie 144, Warszawa, Poland
- CTunelowa 6, 01-221 Warszawa, Poland
- DAleje Jerozolimskie 54, Warszawa, Poland
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Wschodnia
Lubelska 22, 03-802 Warszawa, Poland - Faleja Jana Pawła II 20, Warszawa, Poland
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
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Users have noted that the driver and conductor maintained orderliness during their journey. However, there were some concerns regarding a lack of seat allocations and difficulties in communication for non-EU travelers due to language barriers. Additionally, passengers experienced discomfort as the bus became stuffy without any means to alleviate it.
Flixbus Warsaw Krakow recent customer reviews
No support for non EU Traveller, language problem. Try to employ polish that speaks fluent English to bridge the gap. Driver and conductor were orderly
Lawal A.
I was less satisfied on this occasion. No seat allocations were made. The bus got very stuffy and hot and there was no way to address this situation.
Peter L.
No wifi at all.Toilets was so dirty & no water at all.
Ana P.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Warsaw to Krakow 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 Warsaw to Krakow?
The cheapest bus tickets from Warsaw to Krakow start at R 85. The average price for this route is around R 394. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Warsaw to Krakow?
The average bus journey time from Warsaw to Krakow is 4h 50m, covering a distance of 247 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Warsaw to Krakow route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Warsaw to Krakow?
The earliest bus departs from Warsaw to Krakow at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Warsaw to Krakow?
A bus trip from Warsaw to Krakow produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Warsaw to Krakow was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 94To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Warsaw to Krakow as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 94 to R 895 for a bus ticket from Warsaw to Krakow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 94, which is on 2025-12-17.
