Cheap bus tickets from Katowice to Kraków

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Bus from Katowice to Kraków: Journey Information

There are 37 intercity buses per day from Katowice to Kraków. Travelling by bus from Katowice to Kraków usually takes around 1 hour and 20 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 25 minutes.

Distance
43 mi (69 km)
Shortest duration
25m
Cheapest price
$7.80
Trips per day
37
Most frequent service
FlixBus
Bus lines
2

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How much is a bus ticket from Katowice to Kraków?

Bus tickets for a trip from Katowice to Kraków cost about $11 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average bus ticket prices from Katowice to Kraków by travel date

$15$10$5NovNov

If you're planning to travel by bus from Katowice to Kraków in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $11 to $13. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on November 4, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Kraków this week, bus tickets are available starting at $11.

Average bus ticket prices from Katowice to Kraków by month

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Travelling from Katowice to Kraków by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $11 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

$25$20$15$10$50

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap bus tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.

What bus companies travel from Katowice to Kraków?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Katowice to Kraków that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 29 scheduled trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus291h 22m$10.94
Neobus81h 14m$14.82
  • 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 29 trips from Katowice to Kraków, and usually makes the trip in about 1 hour and 22 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as washrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.

  • Book Neobus from Katowice to Kraków from $12.43. There are 8 trips per day offered by Neobus from Katowice to Kraków and you can expect on average to pay $14.82 for a Neobus ticket to Kraków. In Katowice, Neobus departs to Kraków from Sądowa Dworzec. In Kraków, Neobus arrives at ul. Bosacka 18 and one other station.

    An average trip on Neobus from Katowice to Kraków takes 1 hour and 14 minutes, while the fastest available Neobus trip will get you to Kraków in 50 minutes.

    On weekends, Neobus offers 8 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $12.43 for a weekend trip to Kraków.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Katowice to Kraków

There are 37 scheduled buses that travel from Katowice to Kraków every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Katowice to Kraków without transferring.

Trips per day

37

Direct trips

37

The bus takes an average of 1 hour and 20 minutes to cover the 69 kilometres from Katowice to Kraków. However, the fastest bus only takes 25 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.

Distance (mi)

43

Distance (km)

69

The first bus leaves at 12:50 a.m. and the last bus leaves at 11:10 p.m. To see the times for all buses from Katowice to Kraków, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest bus

12:50am

Latest bus

11:10pm

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Kraków at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

Most crowded

Sunday

Least crowded

Tuesday

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Katowice?

Main departure station: Katowice Sądowa

Katowice has two bus stations with service to Kraków.

All bus stations in Katowice:

  • Katowice Sądowa
  • Sądowa Dworzec

Where does the bus arrive in Kraków?

Main arrival station: ul. Bosacka 18

Buses arrive in Kraków at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are travelling with.

All bus stations in Kraków:

  • ul. Bosacka 18
  • Balice Airport
  • Krakow Czyzyny Bus Station

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