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Journey Information
There are 11 intercity buses per day from Heidelberg to Krakow. Traveling by bus from Heidelberg to Krakow usually takes around 19 hours and 54 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 15 hours and 35 minutes.
Distance | 505 mi (813 km) |
Shortest duration | 15h 35m |
Cheapest price | €32.80 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus |
Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Heidelberg to Krakow?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Heidelberg to Krakow that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 10 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 10 trips from Heidelberg to Krakow, and usually makes the trip in about 20 hours and 4 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 Heidelberg usually takes 17 hours and 10 minutes, and most trips arrive at ul. Bosacka 18 in Krakow.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 19 hours and 54 minutes to cover the 813 kilometers from Heidelberg to Krakow. However, the fastest bus only takes 15 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 05:00 and the last bus leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all buses from Heidelberg to Krakow, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 11 scheduled buses that travel from Heidelberg to Krakow every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct bus. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different bus at any point during your trip. Direct buses 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 Heidelberg to Krakow; ticket prices start at €32.68.
City Information
Heidelberg
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Located on the river Neckar in the southwest of Germany, the university town of Heidelberg is one of the country's most popular destinations. From impressive Baroque and Renaissance architecture to exciting museums, festive Christmas markets, and fantastic shopping, this town has something for everyone.
The first thing you'll see in Heidelberg is the Schloss Heidelberg or Heidelberg Palace. Sitting on a hill overlooking the city, this impressive castle was once the seat of Heidelberg's Prince-Electors. Although rebuilt following the Thirty Years War in the 1600s, this beautiful ruin is open to visitors with audio tours available daily. And as one of the most-Instagrammed castles in Germany, the palace is the perfect backdrop for your next envy-inspiring post. While in the castle, visit the Apotheken-Museum, which displays the history of pharmacies and medical science in Germany.
Heidelberg is also home to the famous hike, Philosopher's Way. Taking its name from the many university academics that used to hike this route for the solitude and views to inspire them, this route rambles up the southern side of the Heiligenberg. With exotic vegetation and a temperate climate during the summer months, it's easy to think that you've accidentally walked all the way to the Mediterranean.
Although Heidelberg does not have an airport, the Mannheim Airport is under 15km away, and it's easy to take a train from Mannheim to Heidelberg. Intercity bus service provides transportation to Heidelberg from many domestic and international destinations. Many direct trains run to Heidelberg from across Germany and other European cities, too, so there is no shortage of travel options to get to this fabulous city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Heidelberg?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Central Station
Heidelberg has two bus stations with service to Krakow.
All bus stations in Heidelberg:
Central Station
Alte Eppelheimer Str./Emil-Maier-Str.
Where does the bus arrive in Krakow?
Main arrival station: ul. Bosacka 18
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Krakow.
Bus stations in Krakow:
ul. Bosacka 18
Krakow Czyzyny Bus Station
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