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Kraków to Prague Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Krakow to Prague?
There are usually 5 daily train trips available from Krakow to Prague.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$40.77 | Avg. Price$30.41 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips27 | Daily Trips5 |
Duration | Duration8h 51m | Duration6h 13m |
Bus from Kraków to Prague: Journey Information
There are 35 intercity buses per day from Kraków to Prague. Traveling by bus from Kraków to Prague usually takes around 8 hours and 54 minutes, but the fastest RegioJet bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 32 minutes.
| Distance | 244 mi (393 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 32m |
| Cheapest price | $15.90 |
| Trips per day | 16 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 3 |
What bus companies travel from Kraków to Prague?
There are 3 bus lines from Kraków to Prague available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 30 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
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 30 trips from Krakow to Prague, and usually makes the trip in about 9 hours and 14 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book RegioJet from Krakow to Prague from $16. There are 5 trips per day offered by RegioJet from Kraków to Prague and you can expect on average to pay for a RegioJet ticket to Prague. In Krakow, RegioJet departs to Prague from ul. Bosacka 18 and one other station. In Prague, RegioJet arrives at Praha hl.n. .
An average trip on RegioJet from Krakow to Prague takes 7 hours and 18 minutes , while the fastest available RegioJet trip will get you to Prague in 6 hours and 32 minutes .
On weekends, RegioJet offers 5 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Prague.
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 Prague departing from Krakow usually takes 8 hours and 0 minutes, and most trips arrive at Prague Florenc Bus Station in Prague.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Kraków to Prague
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 54 minutes to cover the 244 miles from Kraków to Prague. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 32 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Prague 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 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 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Kraków to Prague, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 35 scheduled buses that travel from Kraków to Prague every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 16 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Kraków to Prague; ticket prices start at $15.70.
City Information
Prague
With storied churches and beautiful castles, Prague was once the hidden gem of Europe, and it has now revealed its beauty to the world. Prague’s prized landmark is the majestic Prague Castle, which is the largest castle complex in the world. The castle is an amalgamation of many different architectural styles, making it a very special destination to visit. You might even get to see the president of Czechia as well, since it is his office! If you simply want to stroll around and enjoy the vibe of the city, head for the Old Town Square, which has seen very few changes since its conception in the 12th century. If you are not afraid of a little hiking, head to Petrin Hill, which is one of the largest green areas in the city. The area also houses the Rose Garden and Seminary Garden, featuring more than 2,100 trees.
Prague’s food scene is not as well-known as other famous cities’, but the local dishes such as knedlíky or bramboráky will pleasantly surprise you. La Degustation Boheme Bourgeoise is a Michelin-starred restaurant that offers amazing Czech dishes. For local beers, don’t hesitate to check out U Medvídku.
Praha hlavní nádraží is the largest international train station in Prague and it’s located right in the heart of the city. Not too far from the train station is Prague’s central bus station. The principal airport in the city is the Václav Havel Airport Prague.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Kraków?
Main departure station: ul. Bosacka 18
Buses to Prague leave from 3 stations in Krakow.
All bus stations in Kraków:
ul. Bosacka 18
Krakow Czyzyny Bus Station
Pawia Train Station
Where does the bus arrive in Prague?
Image credit: Elekes Andor
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Prague Florenc Bus Station
Prague Florenc Central Bus Station is the city's largest and busiest bus station. The station complex is fully equipped with all the modern amenities you could ask for, including information services, luggage storage, public toilets, restaurants, and shops. Bus lines including FlixBus and RegioJet stop at the station, and Prague's central train station is less than 2km away for connections to rail travel. Right outside the bus station, you'll find the Florenc Metro stop, a hotel, several restaurants, and excellent shopping.
All bus stations in Prague:
Prague Florenc Bus Station
Aviatická 1017/2
Praha hl.n.
Main Railway Station
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Central Bus Station
Prague Anděl Ostrovského 34/1
Tomíčkova
Prague Holešovice Bus Stop
Zličín
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