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Frankfurt am Main to Krakow Coach Timetable
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Frankfurt am Main to Krakow?
There are usually 3 daily train trips from Frankfurt am Main to Krakow.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceHUF 30,666.44 | Avg. PriceHUF 36,557.27 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips22 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration18h 13m | Duration17h 22m |
Coach from Frankfurt am Main to Krakow: Journey Information
There are 22 intercity coaches per day from Frankfurt am Main to Krakow. Traveling by coach from Frankfurt am Main to Krakow usually takes around 18 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 14 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 499 mi (803 km) |
| Shortest duration | 14h 35m |
| Cheapest price | HUF 20,967.85 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Coach lines | 2 |
What coach companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Krakow?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Frankfurt am Main to Krakow that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 22 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 22 trips from Frankfurt am Main to Krakow, and usually makes the trip in about 18 hours and 5 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 coach 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 Frankfurt am Main usually takes 14 hours and 55 minutes, and most trips arrive at ul. Bosacka 18 in Krakow.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Frankfurt am Main to Krakow
The coach takes an average of 18 hours and 3 minutes to cover the 499 miles from Frankfurt am Main to Krakow. However, the fastest coach only takes 14 hours and 35 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach 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, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.
The first coach leaves at 01:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Frankfurt am Main to Krakow, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 22 scheduled coaches that travel from Frankfurt am Main to Krakow every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Krakow; ticket prices start at HUF 21,389.82.
City Information
Frankfurt am Main
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Frankfurt is Germany's financial hub, home to the European Central Bank. This riverside city offers a variety of cultural and historical attractions scattered between its financial institutions and shops.
Your first stop should be Old Town, along the river Main. Once the centre of the city, the Old Town district is now the site of the Römer, or city hall, along a row of picturesque timber houses. Stop in Kleinmarkthalle, a bustling indoor market, to grab a sausage for a snack before wandering through some of Old Town's museums: Saalgasse, Dommuseum, and Museum für Moderne Kunst (Museum MMK) will get you started. Two of Frankfurt's most prominent churches, St. Bartholomew Cathedral and St. Nicholas Church, are also in the area.
Food is always delightful in Frankfurt. Several Michelin-star restaurants will entice you, including Restaurant Lafleur, Restaurant Gustav, Restaurant Villa Merton, and Carmelo Greco. If you prefer more affordable dining and lively nightlife, head to the Bahnhofsviertel neighbourhood near the city's train station.
The train station in Bahnhofsviertel serves national and international rail lines for Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, FlixTrain, vlexx, and Railjet. You can also reach Frankfurt easily on coach carriers like FlixBus and Sindbad. Plus, flying in and out of Frankfurt is a breeze, as the airport is one of the largest in Germany and the main hub for the Lufthansa airline.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Frankfurt am Main?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Central Bus Station
Frankfurt Central Bus Station, locally known as Busterminal Frankfurt, is the city's main bus terminal and is located directly next to Frankfurt HBF (the central train station). The terminal is a hub for coach services throughout Europe, like Flixbus, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar Bus, and Arda Tur. Nearby you will find a coffee shop, ATMs, toilets, and luggage storage. In the immediate vicinity, there is a Tokyo Inn and Ibis hotel, numerous restaurants, and a five-minute walk from the city center.
All coach stations in Frankfurt am Main:
Central Bus Station
Frankfurt Main Airport P36
Frankfurt Am Main Karlsruher Str.
Where does the coach arrive in Krakow?
Main arrival station: ul. Bosacka 18
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Krakow.
Coach stations in Krakow:
ul. Bosacka 18
Krakow Czyzyny Bus Station
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