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Lviv to Kraków Bus Schedule
Bus from Lviv to Kraków: Journey Information
There are 72 intercity buses per day from Lviv to Kraków. Traveling by bus from Lviv to Kraków usually takes around 8 hours and 31 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 | €0.97 |
| Trips per day | 72 |
| Most frequent service | Sindbad |
| Bus lines | 9 |
Buses from Lviv to Kraków
- Ecolines: 2 daily buses from €1
- FlixBus: 7 daily buses from €17
- Golden Plus Trans: 2 daily buses from €17
- I Travel Bus: 2 daily buses from €18
- Modultrans: 3 daily buses from €20
- Monobus SP. Z.O.O.: 2 daily buses from €16
- Royal Company: 4 daily buses from €24
- Sindbad: 46 daily buses from €1
- TocoBus: 4 daily buses from €19
What bus companies travel from Lviv to Kraków?
There are 9 bus lines from Lviv to Kraków available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 46 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 | 8h 38m | €28.13 |
| FlixBus | 7 | 8h 34m | €40.19 |
| Golden Plus Trans | 2 | 7h 41m | €17.68 |
| I Travel Bus | 2 | 8h 15m | €18.95 |
| Modultrans | 3 | 7h 57m | €22.71 |
| Monobus SP. Z.O.O. | 2 | 7h 45m | €15.81 |
| Royal Company | 4 | 9h 34m | €25.12 |
| Sindbad | 46 | 8h 28m | €24.71 |
| TocoBus | 4 | 9h 29m | €19.50 |
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 7 trips from Lviv to Krakow, and usually makes the trip in about 8 hours and 34 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 Lviv to Krakow from €17. There are 2 trips per day offered by Golden Plus Trans from Lviv to Kraków and you can expect on average to pay for a Golden Plus Trans ticket to Krakow. In Lviv, Golden Plus Trans departs to Krakow from Dvirtseva Sq . In Krakow, Golden Plus Trans arrives at Balice Airport and one other station.
An average trip on Golden Plus Trans from Lviv to Krakow takes 7 hours and 41 minutes , while the fastest available Golden Plus Trans trip will get you to Krakow in 5 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Golden Plus Trans offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Krakow.
Book I Travel Bus from Lviv to Krakow from €18. There are 2 trips per day offered by I Travel Bus from Lviv to Kraków and you can expect on average to pay for a I Travel Bus ticket to Krakow. In Lviv, I Travel Bus departs to Krakow from 1 Dvirtseva Sq . In Krakow, I Travel Bus arrives at Krakow Czyzyny Bus Station and one other station.
An average trip on I Travel Bus from Lviv to Krakow takes 8 hours and 15 minutes , while the fastest available I Travel Bus trip will get you to Krakow 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 Krakow.
Book Modultrans from Lviv to Krakow from €20. There are 3 trips per day offered by Modultrans from Lviv to Kraków and you can expect on average to pay for a Modultrans ticket to Krakow. In Lviv, Modultrans departs to Krakow from 1 Dvirtseva Sq and one other station. In Krakow, Modultrans arrives at Balice Airport and one other station.
An average trip on Modultrans from Lviv to Krakow takes 7 hours and 57 minutes , while the fastest available Modultrans trip will get you to Krakow in 5 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Modultrans offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Krakow.
Book Monobus SP. Z.O.O. from Lviv to Krakow from €16. There are 2 trips per day offered by Monobus SP. Z.O.O. from Lviv to Kraków and you can expect on average to pay for a Monobus SP. Z.O.O. ticket to Krakow. In Lviv, Monobus SP. Z.O.O. departs to Krakow from 1 Dvirtseva Sq and one other station. In Krakow, Monobus SP. Z.O.O. arrives at ul. Bosacka 18 .
An average trip on Monobus SP. Z.O.O. from Lviv to Krakow takes 7 hours and 45 minutes , while the fastest available Monobus SP. Z.O.O. trip will get you to Krakow 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 Krakow.
Book Royal Company from Lviv to Krakow from €25. There are 4 trips per day offered by Royal Company from Lviv to Kraków and you can expect on average to pay for a Royal Company ticket to Krakow. In Lviv, Royal Company departs to Krakow from 11 Chernivetska St and one other station. In Krakow, Royal Company arrives at Krakow Balice Airport Arrivals Terminal and one other station.
An average trip on Royal Company from Lviv to Krakow takes 9 hours and 34 minutes , while the fastest available Royal Company trip will get you to Krakow in 5 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Royal Company offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Krakow.
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 Lviv usually takes 8 hours and 28 minutes, and most trips arrive at ul. Bosacka 18 in Krakow.
Book TocoBus from Lviv to Krakow from €19. There are 4 trips per day offered by TocoBus from Lviv to Kraków and you can expect on average to pay for a TocoBus ticket to Krakow. In Lviv, TocoBus departs to Krakow from 1 Dvirtseva Sq . In Krakow, TocoBus arrives at ul. Bosacka 18 and one other station.
An average trip on TocoBus from Lviv to Krakow takes 9 hours and 29 minutes , while the fastest available TocoBus trip will get you to Krakow in 5 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, TocoBus offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Krakow.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Lviv to Kraków
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 31 minutes to cover the 182 miles from Lviv to Kraków. 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday 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 Lviv to Kraków, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 72 scheduled buses that travel from Lviv to Kraków every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Lviv to Kraków without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Lviv to Kraków; ticket prices start at €1.52.
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 Lviv?
Main departure 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
Dvirtseva Sq
11 Chernivetska St
Lviv Dvirtseva Sq Parking
Lviv Central Bus Station
Chernivetska Street 21
Where does the bus arrive in Kraków?
Main arrival station: ul. Bosacka 18
Buses arrive in Kraków at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Kraków:
ul. Bosacka 18
Krakow Balice Airport Arrivals Terminal
Balice Airport
Krakow Czyzyny Bus Station
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