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How to get from Budapest to Krakow?

Planning to travel to Budapest from Krakow and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Budapest to Krakow, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Budapest and Krakow, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Russian Railways, MÁV, PKP Intercity, FlixBus or LEO Express), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Budapest to Krakow, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Budapest Krakow trip.

For your trip from Budapest to Krakow, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Budapest to Krakow

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Budapest to Krakow, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Budapest to Krakow train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Budapest Krakow train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Budapest Krakow

Carpooling from Budapest to Krakow is perfect if you want to travel to Krakow in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Budapest or Krakow.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Budapest to Krakow transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Budapest Krakow Travel Information

Departure city
Budapest
Hungary
Destination city
Krakow
Poland
Distance
182 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by carpooling and bus
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Plan your trip from Budapest to Krakow easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Budapest to Krakow easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Budapest and Krakow that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Russian Railways, MÁV, PKP Intercity, FlixBus or LEO Express to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Budapest and Krakow with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Budapest and Krakow

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Budapest to Krakow?
Environmentally friendly The Budapest Krakow train is considered a more environmentally friendly way to travel than flying or driving alone.
Flexibility Budapest Krakow train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Budapest to Krakow?
Flexible Carpooling from Budapest to Krakow is often more flexible than other modes of transportation.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, because of his attitude or the way he drives.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Budapest to Krakow?
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Budapest and Krakow, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Travel time Buses from Budapest to Krakow are mostly much slower than trains to Krakow to cover the 182 mi distance of the trip.

Where to start from in Budapest? Where do I arrive in Krakow?

Budapest Departure Bus Stations

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Budapest Airport
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Departure stations in Budapest

Budapest-Keleti
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Budapest-Nyugati
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Rákosrendező
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Újpest
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Aquincum felső
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Krakow arrival bus stations

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Kraków Airport
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Kraków Dworzec Autobusowy Czyżyny
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Krakow Arrival Stations

Kraków Płaszów
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Kraków Główny
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Bus Budapest Krakow

The frequency of departures to Budapest from Krakow varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all bus departures to Krakow, please specify your departure date and start a search on Vivanoda.

The average price of a bus ticket for the trip Budapest-Krakow varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all Budapest-Krakow bus prices on Vivanoda.

Buses between Budapest and Krakow usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before the trip. In any case, breaks at freeway service stations are provided.

Bus companies Budapest Krakow

FlixBus
FlixBus
LEO Express
LEO Express
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Trains Budapest Krakow

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Budapest to Krakow. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between Budapest and Krakow.

Train tickets from Budapest to Krakow can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Of course passengers can take luggage with them on the train from Budapest to Krakow. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable due to the often limited space inside the trains.

Train companies between Budapest and Krakow

Russian Railways
Russian Railways
MÁV
MÁV
PKP Intercity
PKP Intercity
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Carpool Budapest Krakow

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transportation modes between Budapest and Krakow, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pickup locations.

The average cost of a carpool ride from Budapest to Krakow depends on several factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, as well as the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimation of the price and availability of a carpooling trip Budapest-Krakow, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

Carpooling is considered a greener option than other modes of transportation, as it reduces CO2 emissions by reducing the number of cars on the road. However, this depends on the number of people sharing the same vehicle and the fuel consumption of the vehicle.

Carpooling platform Budapest Krakow

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