How much is the bus ticket from Krakow to Bratislava?

The cheapest bus tickets from Krakow to Bratislava start from $20. The average price for this route is around $42. 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 Krakow to Bratislava?

The average bus trip duration from Krakow to Bratislava is 8h 54m, covering a distance of 180 miles (290 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Krakow to Bratislava route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , RegioJet , KLR Bus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Krakow to Bratislava at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Krakow to Bratislava generates an estimated 7 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 Krakow to Bratislava?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is KLR Bus , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Krakow to Bratislava?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company KLR Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Krakow to Bratislava?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is KLR Bus , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Krakow to Bratislava?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Krakow to Bratislava from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Krakow to Bratislava on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:55pm	Krakow Airport (KRK)	7h 45m	5:40am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	CheapestFastest
Bus	8:55pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	7h 50m	4:45am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	8h 10m	5:40am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	8:55pm	Krakow Airport (KRK)	7h 50m	4:45am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	8:40pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	10h	6:40am	BTS Airport	No tags

Next departures for Krakow to Bratislava on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h	5:45pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:15am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	8h 20m	3:35pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	8:55pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	7h 50m	4:45am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	8h 10m	5:40am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	7:45am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	7h 50m	3:35pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags

Next departures for Krakow to Bratislava on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h	5:45pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:15am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	8h 20m	3:35pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	3:05pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 45m	9:50pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	8:55pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	7h 50m	4:45am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	8h 10m	5:40am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags

Next departures for Krakow to Bratislava on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h	5:45pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:00am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 50m	7:50am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	8h 20m	3:35pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	3:05pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 45m	9:50pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	8:55pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	7h 50m	4:45am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags

Next departures for Krakow to Bratislava on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h	5:45pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:00am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 50m	7:50am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	8h 20m	3:35pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	8:55pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	7h 50m	4:45am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	8h 10m	5:40am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags

Next departures for Krakow to Bratislava on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h	5:45pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:00am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 50m	7:50am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	8h 20m	3:35pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	3:05pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 45m	9:50pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	8:55pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	7h 50m	4:45am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags

Next departures for Krakow to Bratislava on December 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h	5:45pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:00am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 50m	7:50am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	8h 20m	3:35pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	3:05pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 45m	9:50pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	8:55pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	7h 50m	4:45am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags

Next departures for Krakow to Bratislava on December 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h 50m	7:50am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Cheapest
Bus	11:45am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	6h	5:45pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Fastest
Bus	7:15am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	8h 20m	3:35pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	8:55pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	7h 50m	4:45am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Kraków MDA Bus Station	8h 10m	5:40am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Krakow to Bratislava

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

4h 50mAverage Duration

185 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $112	Average Duration8h 54m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$45 - $61	Average Duration10h 43m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$21 - $41	Average Duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Krakow and Bratislava?

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

Stops in Bratislava

A
Bratislava Airport
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B
Most SNP
Nábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
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C
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
D
AS Mlynské nivy
Mlynské nivy 5537, 821 09 Bratislava, Slovakia
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E
Staatsgrenze
61, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
F
BTS Airport
Páričkova 1093/7, 821 08 Bratislava, Slovakia
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,621 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.

RegioJet

4/51,061 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

KLR Bus

4/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness5

Wifi4.6

SK bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Krakow to Bratislava 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 Krakow to Bratislava?
The cheapest bus tickets from Krakow to Bratislava start from $20. The average price for this route is around $42. 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 Krakow to Bratislava?
The average bus trip duration from Krakow to Bratislava is 8h 54m, covering a distance of 180 miles (290 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Krakow to Bratislava route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, KLR Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Krakow to Bratislava?
The earliest bus departs from Krakow to Bratislava at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Krakow to Bratislava?
A bus trip from Krakow to Bratislava generates an estimated 7 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 Krakow to Bratislava?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Krakow to Bratislava?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company KLR Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Krakow to Bratislava?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Krakow to Bratislava?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

12/13

$38

12/14

$36

Today

$30

12/16

$28

12/17

$23

12/18

$23

12/19

$43

12/20

$46

The cheapest trip from Krakow to Bratislava was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $23

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

You can expect to pay from $23 to $102 for a bus ticket from Krakow to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-12-17.