THE SHORT VERSION
Krakow to Warsaw at a glance.
- From
- Krakow Kraków
- To
- Warsaw Warszawa
- Road distance
- About 296 km
- Straight line
- 253 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Warsaw to Krakow →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Krakow
Kraków is southern Poland's main city, with buses to Warsaw, Zakopane, Vienna, Budapest, Prague and Berlin. The central bus station is next to the main railway station.
- Kraków bus station · Małopolski Dworzec Autobusowy
East side of Kraków Główny railway station.
Arriving in Warsaw
Trains link Zachodnia with the centre; Młociny is on metro line M1.
- Warszawa Zachodnia bus station · Dworzec PKS Warszawa Zachodnia
South side of Zachodnia railway station. - Metro Młociny
North of the city. FlixBus and other services.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Check which stop your operator uses.
KEEP GOING
From Warsaw, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Warsaw
More buses from Krakow
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Krakow from Warsaw by road?+
About 296 km by road (253 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Krakow to Warsaw take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 3 h 30 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Krakow?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Krakow include Kraków bus station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Warsaw to Krakow?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Warsaw to Krakow guide.
Where does the bus from Krakow arrive in Warsaw?+
It depends on the operator. In Warsaw, services use Warszawa Zachodnia bus station, Metro Młociny. Trains link Zachodnia with the centre; Młociny is on metro line M1.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Warsaw?+
Trains link Zachodnia with the centre; Młociny is on metro line M1.
What kind of bus runs from Krakow to Warsaw?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Krakow to Warsaw bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Warsaw by bus?+
Direct buses from Warsaw include Berlin, Prague, Budapest, Zagreb, Frankfurt and more. See all connections on our Warsaw bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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