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Journey Information
There are 10 intercity buses per day from Kiev to Kraków. Traveling by bus from Kiev to Kraków usually takes around 18 hours and 18 minutes, but the fastest Sindbad bus can make the trip in 15 hours,
| Distance | 468 mi (753 km) |
| Shortest duration | 15h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $23.40 |
| Trips per day | 8 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 3 |
What bus companies travel from Kiev to Kraków?
There are 3 bus lines from Kiev to Kraków available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 10 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:
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 10 trips from Kyiv to Krakow, and usually makes the trip in about 18 hours and 59 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 Kyiv usually takes 17 hours and 32 minutes, and most trips arrive at ul. Bosacka 18 in Krakow.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 18 hours and 18 minutes to cover the 468 miles from Kiev to Kraków. However, the fastest bus only takes 15 hours. 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 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, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Kiev to Kraków, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Kiev?
Main departure station: Kyiv Bus Station Tsentralnyi
Buses to Kraków leave from 6 stations in Kyiv.
All bus stations in Kiev:
Kyiv Bus Station Tsentralnyi
Kyiv vydubychi Bs
Druzhby Narodiv Blvd
Kiev Symona Petlyury St
Kyiv Akademmistechko Bus Stop
Prospekt Peremogy, 142
Where does the bus arrive in Kraków?
Main arrival station: ul. Bosacka 18
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Krakow.
All bus stations in Kraków:
ul. Bosacka 18
Krakow Czyzyny Bus Station
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