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Bus from Kiev to Kraków: Journey Information

There are 29 intercity buses per day from Kiev to Kraków. Travelling by bus from Kiev to Kraków usually takes around 18 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest RegioJet bus can make the trip in 13 hours and 44 minutes.

Distance: 468 mi (753 km)
Shortest duration: 13h 44m
Cheapest price: CHF 38.38
Trips per day: 29
Most frequent service: Sindbad
Bus lines: 5

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Kiev to Kraków Bus Schedule

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There are several bus options that can take you from Kiev to Kraków:

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How much is a bus ticket from Kiev to Kraków?

Bus tickets for a trip from Kiev to Kraków cost about CHF 61 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. 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 Kiev to Kraków by month

Taking the bus from Kiev to Kraków is usually cheapest in March, when the average ticket price is only CHF 49. If you're planning to take the bus from Kiev to Kraków during July, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of CHF 80. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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 Kiev to Kraków?

There are 5 bus lines from Kiev to Kraków available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 11 daily trips, Sindbad usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Ecolines	3	18h 24m	CHF 57.33
FlixBus	11	18h 50m	CHF 56.96
I Travel Bus	4	17h	CHF 61.68
RegioJet	1	13h 44m	CHF 54.44
Sindbad	11	19h 1m	CHF 64.90

Ecolines is a Latvian long-distance bus company with an extensive network connecting Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia. They offer routes to popular destinations in countries like Poland, Germany, and the Netherlands, providing reliable transportation. Ecolines prioritizes passenger comfort by equipping their buses with amenities like air conditioning, power outlets, and Wi-Fi. On longer trips, passengers can enjoy personal entertainment devices, and stewards are available onboard for assistance, ensuring a seamless travel experience.
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 11 trips from Kiev to Kraków, and usually makes the trip in about 18 hours and 50 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as washrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book I Travel Bus from Kiev to Kraków from CHF 60.66. There are 4 trips per day offered by I Travel Bus from Kiev to Kraków and you can expect on average to pay CHF 61.68 for a I Travel Bus ticket to Kraków. In Kiev, I Travel Bus departs to Kraków from Kiew Petlury and one other station. In Kraków, I Travel Bus arrives at ul. Bosacka 18 and one other station.
An average trip on I Travel Bus from Kiev to Kraków takes 17 hours, while the fastest available I Travel Bus trip will get you to Kraków in 16 hours and 25 minutes.
On weekends, I Travel Bus offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs CHF 60.66 for a weekend trip to Kraków.
Book RegioJet from Kiev to Kraków from CHF 47.75. Typically there is one RegioJet schedule per day from Kiev to Kraków and you can expect on average to pay CHF 54.44 for a RegioJet ticket to Kraków. In Kiev, RegioJet departs to Kraków from Central Train Station. In Kraków, RegioJet arrives at Pawia Train Station.
An average trip on RegioJet from Kiev to Kraków takes 13 hours and 44 minutes.
On weekends, RegioJet offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay CHF 47.75 for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Kraków.
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, washrooms, and beverages. A Sindbad trip to Kraków departing from Kiev usually takes 19 hours and 1 minute, and most trips arrive at ul. Bosacka 18 in Kraków.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Kiev to Kraków

There are 29 scheduled buses that travel from Kiev to Kraków every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 25 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The bus takes an average of 18 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 753 kilometres from Kiev to Kraków. However, the fastest bus only takes 13 hours and 44 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.

Distance (mi)

468

Distance (km)

753

The first bus leaves at 5:40 a.m. and the last bus leaves at 11:55 p.m. To see the times for all buses from Kiev to Kraków, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest bus

5:40am

Latest bus

11:55pm

Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, 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

Thursday

Least crowded

Tuesday

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Kiev?

Main departure station: Kyiv Bus Station Tsentralnyi

Buses to Kraków leave from 7 stations in Kiev.

All bus stations in Kiev:

Kyiv Bus Station Tsentralnyi
Druzhby Narodiv Blvd
Prospekt Peremogy, 142
Kiew Petlury
Kyiv vydubychi Bs
Kyiv Akademmistechko Bus Stop
Central Train Station

Where does the bus arrive in Kraków?

Main arrival station: ul. Bosacka 18

Buses arrive in Kraków at 5 stations, depending on which bus line you are travelling with.

All bus stations in Kraków:

ul. Bosacka 18
Krakow Balice Airport Arrivals Terminal
Balice Airport
Pawia Train Station
Krakow Czyzyny Bus Station

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