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Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from Krakow to Heilbronn. Traveling by bus from Krakow to Heilbronn usually takes around 16 hours and 59 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 14 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 484 mi (780 km) |
| Shortest duration | 14h 40m |
| Cheapest price | €42.93 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Krakow to Heilbronn?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Krakow to Heilbronn that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 7 scheduled trips per day.
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 7 trips from Krakow to Heilbronn, and usually makes the trip in about 17 hours and 6 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Sindbad is a Polish bus company that began its service in 1983. Its fleet of over 120 modern, comfortable coaches connects destinations across Europe. Passengers have access to onboard Wi-Fi and entertainment, air conditioning, restrooms, and beverages. A Sindbad trip to Heilbronn departing from Krakow usually takes 15 hours and 30 minutes, and most trips arrive at Bahnhofstraße in Heilbronn.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 16 hours and 59 minutes to cover the 780 kilometers from Krakow to Heilbronn. However, the fastest bus only takes 14 hours and 40 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week."
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Krakow to Heilbronn, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Krakow to Heilbronn every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 3 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Krakow to Heilbronn; ticket prices start at €147.50.
City Information
Heilbronn
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Image credit: Pixabay
Image credit: Pixabay
Heilbronn is a scenic city in the northern Baden-Württemberg region of Germany. Boasting a robust wine industry and many interesting local landmarks, the city is a great stop to enjoy when in Germany. One of the most popular local attractions is the local Rathaus, or City Hall, which features a large golden clock.
Head just outside the city to discover some of Heilbronn's best vineyards. Weingut Drautz, Albrecht-Kiessling Weingut, and Weingut Kistenmacher & Hengerer are located on the hills east of the city, and offer gorgeous, sweeping views of hillsides, valleys, and Heilbronn below. Pfühlpark is also in the area east of the city, a large park that offers excellent walking trails and even the famous Trappensee: a small lake with a castle built on it.
Heilbronn is connected to Germany's Deutsche Bahn train network, so you can easily reach the city from Munich, Berlin, Essen, or other major cities. Intercity bus transportation also offers affordable travel to Heilbronn, with options including FlixBus and Sindbad.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Krakow?
Main departure station: ul. Bosacka 18
Krakow has two bus stations with service to Heilbronn.
All bus stations in Krakow:
ul. Bosacka 18
Krakow Czyzyny Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Heilbronn?
Main arrival station: Bahnhofstraße
All buses from Krakow arrive at one main station in Heilbronn.
Bus stations in Heilbronn:
Bahnhofstraße
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