Cheap coach tickets from Warsaw to Kraków
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Coach from Warsaw to Kraków: Journey Information
There are 21 intercity coaches per day from Warsaw to Kraków. Travelling by coach from Warsaw to Kraków usually takes around 4 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 3 hours and 34 minutes.
- Distance
- 157 mi (252 km)
- Shortest duration
- 3h 34m
- Cheapest price
- £2.90
- Trips per day
- 21
- Most frequent service
- FlixBus
- Coach lines
- 1
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Warsaw to Kraków Coach Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Warsaw to Kraków?
There are usually 11 daily train trips from Warsaw to Kraków.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£11.77Cheaper | Avg. Price£11.90 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips21 | Daily Trips11 |
Duration | Duration4h 35m | Duration2h 39mFaster |

There are several coach options that can take you from Warsaw to Kraków:
See more detailsHow much is a coach ticket from Warsaw to Kraków?
Coach tickets for a trip from Warsaw to Kraków cost about £6 when you book at the cheapest time, 18 days ahead. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from Warsaw to Kraków by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from Warsaw to Kraków in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £7 to £13. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 26 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Kraków this week, coach tickets are available starting at £10.
Average coach ticket prices from Warsaw to Kraków by month
Taking the coach from Warsaw to Kraków is usually cheapest in March, when the average ticket price is only £10. If you're planning to take the coach from Warsaw to Kraków during August, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £15. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 18 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £10.59 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from Warsaw to Kraków?
There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Warsaw to Kraków. FlixBus connects the two cities by coach, it offers multiple scheduled coaches per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 21 | 4h 35m | £11.77 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity coach companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 21 trips from Warsaw to Kraków, and usually makes the trip in about 4 hours and 35 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as toilets, air conditioning, and power sockets.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Warsaw to Kraków
There are 21 scheduled coaches that travel from Warsaw to Kraków every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Warsaw to Kraków without transferring. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Warsaw to Kraków; ticket prices start at £1.
Trips per day
21
Direct trips
21
The coach takes an average of 4 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 157 miles from Warsaw to Kraków. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours and 34 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.
Distance (mi)
157
Distance (km)
252
The first coach leaves at 0:20 and the last coach leaves at 23:30. To see the times for all coaches from Warsaw to Kraków, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
12:20am
Latest coach
11:30pm
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, travelling mid-week is your best bet.
Most crowded
Sunday
Least crowded
Wednesday
City Information
Warsaw
A historic city with a rich cultural heritage, Warsaw is a famous destination for culturally-inclined tourists. One of the city’s most popular attractions is the Old Town quarter, which has been recognized as a World Heritage Site. Filled with rebuilt buildings that mimic 14th-century houses, the area offers an interesting look into the city’s past. It also houses plenty of restaurants, cafés, and shops, so don’t hesitate to check these places out. For those interested in the history of the Jewish people in Poland, the POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews boasts eye-opening exhibitions. For nature-lovers, don’t miss out on the Łazienki Królewskie Museum, which features various gardens for you to explore.
The city is considered the best destination in Poland for foodies. Some famous local favourites include Stolica and Restauracja Polska Różana, both of which offer amazing Polish dishes. For a more affordable option, Prasowy is a good choice.
Warszawa Centralna is the main train station in the city. The main coach station is located right outside the Warszawa Zachodnia train station at al. Jerozolimskie 144. For air services, the city is served by the Warsaw Chopin Airport, 6.1 miles from the city, and the Warsaw-Modlin Airport, 22 miles north of it.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Warsaw?
Main departure station: Aleje Jerozolimskie 144

Coaches to Kraków leave from 4 stations in Warsaw.
All coach stations in Warsaw:
- Aleje Jerozolimskie 144
- Chopina
- Włościańska 39
- ul. Kasprowicza 145
Where does the coach arrive in Kraków?
Main arrival station: ul. Bosacka 18
All coaches from Warsaw arrive at one main station in Kraków.
Coach stations in Kraków:
- ul. Bosacka 18
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