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Kraków to Lviv Bus Schedule
Bus from Kraków to Lviv: Journey Information
There are 67 intercity buses per day from Kraków to Lviv. Traveling by bus from Kraków to Lviv usually takes around 7 hours and 23 minutes, but the fastest Sindbad bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 182 mi (293 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 30m |
| Cheapest price | CZK 383.48 |
| Trips per day | 66 |
| Most frequent service | Sindbad |
| Bus lines | 9 |
Buses from Kraków to Lviv
- Ecolines: 2 daily buses from CZK 691
- FlixBus: 9 daily buses from CZK 461
- Golden Plus Trans: 3 daily buses from CZK 419
- I Travel Bus: 2 daily buses from CZK 461
- Modultrans: 5 daily buses from CZK 502
- Monobus SP. Z.O.O.: 2 daily buses from CZK 377
- Royal Company: 2 daily buses from CZK 607
- Sindbad: 49 daily buses from CZK 461
- TocoBus: 2 daily buses from CZK 481
How much is a bus ticket from Kraków to Lviv?
Bus tickets for a trip from Kraków to Lviv cost CZK 509.07 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 29 days in advance to save CZK 114.08 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from Kraków to Lviv?
There are 9 bus lines from Kraków to Lviv available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 49 daily trips, Sindbad usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ecolines | 2 | 6h 20m | CZK 705.21 |
| FlixBus | 9 | 7h 26m | CZK 1,270.38 |
| Golden Plus Trans | 3 | 7h 24m | CZK 435.18 |
| I Travel Bus | 2 | 6h 28m | CZK 463.65 |
| Modultrans | 5 | 7h 25m | CZK 561.20 |
| Monobus SP. Z.O.O. | 2 | 8h 25m | CZK 390.39 |
| Royal Company | 2 | 7h 57m | CZK 607.46 |
| Sindbad | 49 | 7h 25m | CZK 658.95 |
| TocoBus | 2 | 7h 40m | CZK 496.31 |
Ecolines is a Latvian long-distance bus company with an extensive network connecting Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia. They offer routes to popular destinations in countries like Poland, Germany, and the Netherlands, providing reliable transportation. Ecolines prioritizes passenger comfort by equipping their buses with amenities like air conditioning, power outlets, and Wi-Fi. On longer trips, passengers can enjoy personal entertainment devices, and stewards are available onboard for assistance, ensuring a seamless travel experience.
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 9 trips from Krakow to Lviv, and usually makes the trip in about 7 hours and 26 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book Golden Plus Trans from Krakow to Lviv from CZK 429. There are 3 trips per day offered by Golden Plus Trans from Kraków to Lviv and you can expect on average to pay for a Golden Plus Trans ticket to Lviv. In Krakow, Golden Plus Trans departs to Lviv from ul. Bosacka 18 and one other station. In Lviv, Golden Plus Trans arrives at Dvirtseva Sq and one other station.
An average trip on Golden Plus Trans from Krakow to Lviv takes 7 hours and 24 minutes , while the fastest available Golden Plus Trans trip will get you to Lviv in 5 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Golden Plus Trans offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Lviv.
Book I Travel Bus from Krakow to Lviv from CZK 455. There are 2 trips per day offered by I Travel Bus from Kraków to Lviv and you can expect on average to pay for a I Travel Bus ticket to Lviv. In Krakow, I Travel Bus departs to Lviv from Balice Airport and one other station. In Lviv, I Travel Bus arrives at 1 Dvirtseva Sq .
An average trip on I Travel Bus from Krakow to Lviv takes 6 hours and 28 minutes , while the fastest available I Travel Bus trip will get you to Lviv in 5 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, I Travel Bus offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Lviv.
Book Modultrans from Krakow to Lviv from CZK 495. There are 5 trips per day offered by Modultrans from Kraków to Lviv and you can expect on average to pay for a Modultrans ticket to Lviv. In Krakow, Modultrans departs to Lviv from ul. Bosacka 18 and one other station. In Lviv, Modultrans arrives at 1 Dvirtseva Sq and one other station.
An average trip on Modultrans from Krakow to Lviv takes 7 hours and 25 minutes , while the fastest available Modultrans trip will get you to Lviv in 5 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Modultrans offers 5 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Lviv.
Book Monobus SP. Z.O.O. from Krakow to Lviv from CZK 383. There are 2 trips per day offered by Monobus SP. Z.O.O. from Kraków to Lviv and you can expect on average to pay for a Monobus SP. Z.O.O. ticket to Lviv. In Krakow, Monobus SP. Z.O.O. departs to Lviv from ul. Bosacka 18 . In Lviv, Monobus SP. Z.O.O. arrives at Bus Station and one other station.
An average trip on Monobus SP. Z.O.O. from Krakow to Lviv takes 8 hours and 25 minutes , while the fastest available Monobus SP. Z.O.O. trip will get you to Lviv in 5 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Monobus SP. Z.O.O. offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Lviv.
Book Royal Company from Krakow to Lviv from CZK 599. There are 2 trips per day offered by Royal Company from Kraków to Lviv and you can expect on average to pay for a Royal Company ticket to Lviv. In Krakow, Royal Company departs to Lviv from ul. Bosacka 18 . In Lviv, Royal Company arrives at 11 Chernivetska St and one other station.
An average trip on Royal Company from Krakow to Lviv takes 7 hours and 57 minutes , while the fastest available Royal Company trip will get you to Lviv in 5 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Royal Company offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Lviv.
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 Lviv departing from Krakow usually takes 7 hours and 25 minutes, and most trips arrive at Bus Station in Lviv.
Book TocoBus from Krakow to Lviv from CZK 472. There are 2 trips per day offered by TocoBus from Kraków to Lviv and you can expect on average to pay for a TocoBus ticket to Lviv. In Krakow, TocoBus departs to Lviv from ul. Bosacka 18 and one other station. In Lviv, TocoBus arrives at 1 Dvirtseva Sq .
An average trip on TocoBus from Krakow to Lviv takes 7 hours and 40 minutes , while the fastest available TocoBus trip will get you to Lviv in 5 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, TocoBus offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Lviv.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Kraków to Lviv
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 23 minutes to cover the 182 miles from Kraków to Lviv. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Kraków to Lviv for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
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 Lviv, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 67 scheduled buses that travel from Kraków to Lviv every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 66 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 Lviv; ticket prices start at CZK 614.57.
City Information
Lviv
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Lviv is one of the largest cities in Ukraine, and it is rich in cultural heritage and fun activities to enjoy. At the heart of the city is Rynok Square, a quarter with plenty of architectural wonders and vibrant street life. The square also houses some of the most famous shops in the city, so be sure to snag some souvenirs to bring home. While strolling around the quarter, don't miss out on the chance to climb up the Town Hall for some magnificent views. If you wish to enjoy some high culture activities, head to the Opera House to take in the opulent furniture and decor, and even an opera performance!
Traditional Ukrainian cuisine might be a bit heavy, but it is incredibly delicious once you get used to it. For the best traditional restaurants, you could check out the Old Town quarter establishments, including Meat and Justice and At Arsenal. If you want to enjoy a sumptuous buffet, check out Puzata Khata.
Lviv is easy to access whether you're backpacking through Europe or jetsetting in luxury. Buses and trains arrive downtown, and international flights go through Danylo Halytskyi International Airport, located 6 kilometers from central Lviv.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Kraków?
Main departure station: ul. Bosacka 18
Buses to Lviv leave from 4 stations in Krakow.
All bus stations in Kraków:
ul. Bosacka 18
Krakow Balice Airport Arrivals Terminal
Balice Airport
Krakow Czyzyny Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Lviv?
Main arrival station: Bus Station
Lviv's primary bus station is at 109 Stryiska Street, located south of the city center. The station was constructed from 1976 to 1980 and is notable for its modernist Soviet architecture. It features a large waiting area with seats and other amenities such as food stalls, vending machines, and public restrooms. The station is near a busy residential area, so additional amenities like restaurants, pharmacies, and retail stores are just a short walk away. Most of Lviv's intercity buses stop at this Stryiskyi station, including FlixBus and Sindbad, on routes to destinations like Warsaw, Bratislava, or Budapest.
All bus stations in Lviv:
Bus Station
Dvirtseva Square
1 Dvirtseva Sq
l'Viv Dvirtseva Sq
Chernivetska Street 21
Lviv Central Bus Station
Dvirtseva Sq
Lviv Dvirtseva Sq Parking
11 Chernivetska St
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