Bus Chernivtsi – Krakow
- Border crossing
- Yahodyn – Dorohusk, Krakivets – Korczowa
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. Tickets on the Polish direction are paid in hryvnia by card online right when you book. 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.
How much is a ticket and how do I pay?
The price depends on the carrier and the date — the search form shows the current cost and available seats. The Polish direction is priced in hryvnia, so you can pay for the ticket by card online right when you book. Payment is processed in hryvnia with no hidden fees, and confirmation arrives immediately after a successful transaction.
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.