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ITBudapest to Kraków Train & Bus Tickets
From Budapest (Hungary) to Kraków (Poland) · about 295 km
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Fares and timetables seen in recent TransitScanner searches for Budapest to Kraków, side by side.
| Bus | |
|---|---|
| Cheapest fare seen | €16.48 for travel on 21 Nov 2026 (seen 30 Oct 2026) |
| Typical journey time | about 6 h 48 min (10 journeys) |
| Sold by | FlixBus |
No recent train fares were seen for this route; search a date to check.
Last checked 30 Oct 2026. This is what searches saw, not a live quote: fares change, and the price at the seller's checkout is the one that counts.
Budapest to Kraków: what to expect
Budapest and Kraków are about 295 kilometres apart. TransitScanner compares the train and bus options sold on this route across many sellers, so fares, journey times and companies can be seen side by side.
This is an international route from Hungary to Poland. Carry valid travel documents (passport or EU ID card where applicable) for border checks. At 295 km this is a medium-distance journey.
Fares are asked of the sellers on every search; the price at their checkout is the one that counts.
How to find cheap Budapest–Kraków tickets
- Book early: fares often rise as the departure date approaches.
- Fares often differ between weekdays and times of day, so compare several dates.
- Use the multi-date scanner to find the cheapest day in a week or month.
- Compare direct and connecting options: a change can be cheaper, a direct journey is usually quicker.
About Kraków
- Kraków's Main Market Square is the largest medieval market square in Europe. (Source: Wikipedia)
- Kraków is frequently known as the 'Polish Athens'. (Source: Wikipedia)
- Poland's most famous church bell, Zygmunt, is named after King Sigismund I and hangs in Kraków. (Source: Wikipedia)
FAQ: Budapest to Kraków
How long does the journey from Budapest to Kraków take?
In recent searches the typical journey took about 6 h 48 min by bus (median of the journeys seen, last checked 30 Oct 2026).
What is the cheapest ticket from Budapest to Kraków?
The lowest fare seen recently is €16.48 by bus (FlixBus), for travel on 21 Nov 2026 (seen 30 Oct 2026). Fares change daily: search your date to compare current train and bus prices.
Which companies sell tickets from Budapest to Kraków?
Recent searches showed journeys sold by FlixBus.