Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Krakow. The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Busbud helps you find a bus from Riga to Krakow. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.
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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Riga to Krakow, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.
Frequently asked questions for your trip Riga - Krakow
How far is Riga from Krakow?
The distance separating Riga and Krakow is 505 miles (814 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Riga to Krakow?
Most of the buses traveling from Riga to Krakow leave from Riga Airport and arrive at Krakow Airport. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your 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 St. Mary's Basilica, Park Wodny, Town Hall Tower, Botanical Garden and Jagiellonian University & Collegium Maius.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/20
$76
08/21
$71
Today
$52
08/23
$52
08/24
$52
08/25
$46
08/26
$46
08/27
$48
The cheapest trip from Riga to Krakow was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of $46
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riga to Krakow, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $46 to $174 for a bus ticket from Riga to Krakow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2025-08-26.
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 Riga and Krakow!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Riga to Krakow, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
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 Riga to Krakow that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Riga to Krakow.
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.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
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Busbud recommends carpooling from Riga to Krakow
The cheapest trip from Riga to Krakow was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of $46
