Bus Chernivtsi – Krakow
from 2,000 ₴when reserved and paid to the driver
11–14 hThe Chernivtsi – Krakow bus covers about 620 km, takes roughly 11–14 h, crossing the border at Yahodyn – Dorohusk, Krakivets – Korczowa. Departures run regularly, several times a day, and tickets can be booked online in advance. Tickets start at 2,000 ₴ when reserved and paid to the driver — the exact fare depends on the carrier, the date and the departure time. A seat can be bought online by card, or reserved and paid to the driver on boarding. No account is needed: you can order as a guest and the confirmation arrives by email.
- Distance
- 620 km
- Travel time
- 11–14 h
- Border crossing
- Yahodyn – Dorohusk, Krakivets – Korczowa
Chernivtsi – Krakow bus schedule
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:30Tsentralnyi avtovokzal vul. Holovna, 219 | 19:50Aeroport (.Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego 1) | 15h 20mintransfers: 1 | Thu | NK-Travel |
| 05:00ZhD vokzal (vul. Haharina, 38) | 19:50Aeroport (.Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego 1) | 14h 50mintransfers: 1 | Thu | NK-Travel |
| 06:30AV, vul. Holovna, 219 | 20:55AS, vul. Bosiatska, 18 | 14h 25mintransfers: 1 | Wed, Sat | EAST WEST EUROLINES/ТзОВ "Львівське АТП-14631" |
| 08:00Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" (Chernivtsi-1) | 22:00Avtovokzal Krakiv | 14h | daily | MONOBUS |
| 08:00AZS OKKO, vulytsia Halytskyi Shliakh, 46M | 23:00AZS Orlen, ul. Olszanicka, 174 (bilia aeroportu) | 15h | Wed, Sat | Real Travel Express |
| 08:30Avtovokzal, vul. Holovna, 219 | 22:30Navproty terminalu prylotu (avtobusni zupynky) | 14h | Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Бас Транс Інтернешнл ТОВ (PINCHUKTRAVEL) |
| 10:00AZS "Okko" vul. Halytskyi shliakh 48 | 23:30AZS "ORLEN", ul. Olszanicka 174 (bilia aeroportu) | 13h 30min | Thu | Gorzhovskyi Travel |
| 10:30Avtostantsiia №1, vul. Holovna 219 | 23:10Parking WISŁA, ul. Władysława Reymonta 21A | 12h 40mintransfers: 1 | Wed, Sun | SV Lines |
| 11:45Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", vul. Holovna, 219 | 02:15Dworzec autobusowy, ul. Bosacka, 18 | 14h 30mintransfers: 1 | Mon, Thu, Sun | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» |
| 12:00Avtostantsiia №1, vul. Holovna 219 | 02:00Port lotniczy Kraków-Balice, ul. Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego 1 | 14h | Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Royal Express |
| 12:30Avtovokzal, vul. Holovna 219 | 03:20MDA, ul. Bosacka 18, st. G1-G6 | 14h 50mintransfers: 1 | daily | TocoBUS |
| 14:00Avtostantsiia №1, vul. Holovna 219 | 03:00MDA, ul. Bosacka 18 | 13htransfers: 1 | daily | Модультранс |
| 15:00Avtovokzal, vul. Holovna 219 | 03:00MDA. ul. Bosacka, 18 | 12h | daily | P-Trans |
| 15:20Drizhdzhzavod, vul. Halytskyi Shliakh, 4a | 03:00MDA. ul. Bosacka, 18 | 11h 40min | daily | P-Trans |
| 16:10Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", vul. Holovna, 219 | 07:50Airport im. Jana Pawła II, ul. Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego, 1 | 15h 40mintransfers: 1 | daily | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» |
| 20:00Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" (Chernivtsi-1) | 08:20Avtovokzal Krakiv | 12h 20min | Tue, Thu, Sat | ПП ТЕРНВОЯЖ |
Cheapest departure in the 15-day sample — Oct 8, from 2000 ₴ when reserved and paid to the driver.
Typical schedule from search data as of 2026-09-24. Check the search above for departures and seat availability on a specific date.
About the Chernivtsi – Krakow route
The Chernivtsi – Krakow bus links the capital of Bukovina with the largest city in southern Poland. The route runs through the Chernivtsi region to a crossing on the Ukrainian-Polish border (usually via the Lviv region and the Krakovets or Shehyni checkpoints), then along the A4 motorway to Krakow. Students at Polish universities, labour migrants and travellers continuing deeper into Europe regularly take this direction. Krakow is also a handy transfer point to Krakow-Balice Airport (KRK), a major low-cost carrier hub. The schedule covers daytime and evening departures, so a convenient time fits any travel plan. Check the exact price and free seats in the search form.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the trip from Chernivtsi to Krakow take?
The trip usually takes around 11–15 hours depending on the run, the route and the queue at the Ukrainian-Polish border. The crossing adds time and is hard to predict, especially on weekends and holidays. Check the exact duration of a specific departure in the schedule within the search form before paying for your ticket.
What documents do I need for the trip?
To cross the border you need a valid biometric international passport. Poland is part of the Schengen area, so Ukrainian citizens may enter visa-free within the permitted stay limit. Children must have their own travel document. Check your passport's validity in advance and carry proof of your travel purpose in case of questions at the border.
Are there overnight departures?
Yes, the Chernivtsi – Krakow direction usually offers evening and overnight departures alongside daytime ones. An overnight run is convenient because you spend part of the journey asleep and arrive in Krakow in the morning. Always check the specific departure and arrival times for your chosen date in the schedule within the search form.
How do I get to Krakow-Balice Airport (KRK)?
The Chernivtsi – Krakow bus is convenient for travellers flying low-cost from Krakow-Balice Airport (KRK). From Krakow's central bus station (Dworzec MDA) a suburban train and city buses run regularly to the airport, taking about 20–30 minutes. Allow buffer time for the transfer, especially if your bus was delayed at the border.
How much is a Chernivtsi – Krakow ticket and how do I pay?
As of the latest schedule snapshot, tickets start at 2,000 ₴ when reserved and paid to the driver; the exact fare depends on the carrier and the date. A seat can be bought online by card, or reserved and paid to the driver on boarding. No account is needed: you can order as a guest and the confirmation arrives by email.
How many buses run on the Chernivtsi – Krakow route?
The typical schedule has up to 13 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 04:30, the last at 20:00. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Chernivtsi – Krakow route?
Carriers on this route: NK-Travel, EAST WEST EUROLINES/ТзОВ "Львівське АТП-14631", MONOBUS, Real Travel Express, Бас Транс Інтернешнл ТОВ (PINCHUKTRAVEL), Gorzhovskyi Travel, SV Lines, ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС», Royal Express, TocoBUS, Модультранс, P-Trans, ПП ТЕРНВОЯЖ. The line-up depends on the travel date.