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Kyiv to Krakow Bus Schedule

Bus from Kyiv to Krakow: Journey Information

There are 14 intercity buses per day from Kyiv to Krakow. Traveling by bus from Kyiv to Krakow usually takes around 19 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest Sindbad bus can make the trip in 15 hours and 30 minutes.

Distance468 mi (753 km)
Shortest duration15h 30m
Cheapest priceUS$47.72
Trips per day12
Most frequent serviceSindbad
Bus lines2

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What bus companies travel from Kyiv to Krakow?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Kyiv to Krakow that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Sindbad usually offers more choice, with 8 scheduled trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus818h 52mUS$74.87
Sindbad819h 8mUS$63.90
  • 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 8 trips from Kyiv to Krakow, and usually makes the trip in about 18 hours and 52 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 Krakow departing from Kyiv usually takes 19 hours and 8 minutes, and most trips arrive at ul. Bosacka 18 in Krakow.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Kyiv to Krakow

The bus takes an average of 19 hours to cover the 753 kilometers from Kyiv to Krakow. However, the fastest bus only takes 15 hours and 30 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.

Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Krakow. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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.

The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Kyiv to Krakow, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 14 scheduled buses that travel from Kyiv to Krakow every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 12 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

City Information

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Kyiv?

Main departure station: Kyiv Bus Station Tsentralnyi

Buses to Krakow leave from 4 stations in Kyiv.

All bus stations in Kyiv:

  • Kyiv Bus Station Tsentralnyi

  • Druzhby Narodiv Blvd

  • Prospekt Peremogy, 142

  • Kiev Symona Petlyury St

Where does the bus arrive in Krakow?

Main arrival station: ul. Bosacka 18

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

Bus stations in Krakow:

  • ul. Bosacka 18

  • Krakow Balice Airport Arrivals Terminal

  • Krakow Czyzyny Bus Station

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