THE SHORT VERSION
Vienna to Krakow at a glance.
- From
- Vienna Wien
- To
- Krakow Kraków
- Road distance
- About 462 km
- Straight line
- 331 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~5 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Krakow to Vienna →
- Border
- Austria → Poland. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Vienna
Vienna has many international bus services to central and eastern Europe, Germany and Italy, using several terminals and stops rather than one station.
- Vienna International Busterminal (VIB)
At Erdberg (U3). Many international coaches. - Other stops
Operators also use Westbahnhof, Hauptbahnhof/Südtiroler Platz, Praterstern and the airport.
Arriving in Krakow
The old town is a short walk from the station.
- Kraków bus station · Małopolski Dworzec Autobusowy
East side of Kraków Główny railway station.
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.
- Airport buses leave from a different stop by the shopping centre.
KEEP GOING
From Krakow, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Krakow
More buses from Vienna
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Vienna from Krakow by road?+
About 462 km by road (331 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Vienna to Krakow take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 5 h 15 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 Vienna?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Vienna include Vienna International Busterminal (VIB), Other stops, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Krakow to Vienna?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Krakow to Vienna guide.
Where does the bus from Vienna arrive in Krakow?+
It depends on the operator. In Krakow, services use Kraków bus station. The old town is a short walk from the station.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Krakow?+
The old town is a short walk from the station.
What kind of bus runs from Vienna to Krakow?+
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 Vienna to Krakow 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 Krakow by bus?+
Direct buses from Krakow include Warsaw, Budapest, Prague, Hamburg, Frankfurt and more. See all connections on our Krakow bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Vienna to Krakow?+
Austria and Poland are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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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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