Bus Tickets from Krakow to Budapest

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Next departures for Krakow to Budapest on August 23
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Kraków MDA Bus Station
T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)Cheapest
Flixbus
Kraków MDA Bus Station
Mexikói útFastest
RegioJet + RegioJet + RegioJet
Kraków MDA Bus Station
KelenföldNo tags
RegioJet + RegioJet
Kraków MDA Bus Station
NépligetNo tags
RegioJet + RegioJet
Kraków MDA Bus Station
KelenföldNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Krakow to Budapest

Bus
Average PriceUS$23 - US$128Average Duration9h 6m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$48 - US$84Average Duration12h 9m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$19 - US$41Average Duration6h 20m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Krakow to Budapest

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
6h 20mAverage Duration
US$19Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Krakow to Budapest: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$42
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 6m
Number of daily buses45
Earliest bus departure12:25am
Distance290 km
Latest bus departure11:45pm

Krakow to Budapest Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Krakow to Budapest. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Krakow to Budapest from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Budapest from Krakow, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Krakow - Budapest

  1. How far is Krakow from Budapest?

    It's about 294 km (182 miles) from Krakow to Budapest.

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Krakow Airport, in Krakow, and end it at Népliget, in Budapest.

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
US$42
08-21
US$39
Today
US$42
08-23
US$39
08-24
US$41
08-25
US$34
08-26
US$31
08-27
US$30
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Krakow to Budapest was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of US$30

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

You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$109 for a bus ticket from Krakow to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$30 which is on 2025-08-27.

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 Krakow and Budapest!

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Krakow to Budapest.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Krakow to Budapest while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Krakow by bus?

Bus from Budapest to Krakow

You can also go to Budapest by train

Train from Krakow to Budapest

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