Bus Krakow – Chernivtsi
The Krakow – Chernivtsi bus covers about 620 km, takes roughly 11–14 h. Departures run regularly, several times a day, and tickets can be booked online in advance.
- Distance
- 620 km
- Travel time
- 11–14 h
About the Krakow – Chernivtsi route
The Krakow to Chernivtsi coach covers roughly 620 kilometres in 11 to 14 hours and mostly carries Bukovyna locals heading home — students on a break, seasonal workers returning to their families, anyone wrapping up a stint in Poland. Departures usually leave from the MDA bus terminal on Bosacka Street or stops near Kraków Główny, then the route runs east through the Lviv region all the way to Chernivtsi, with drop-off at the central bus station on Holovna Street. The border is crossed at Krakovets–Korczowa or Yahodyn–Dorohusk, so keep your passport or ID card within reach. Tickets are paid by card online in hryvnia — the full amount at once, with nothing extra owed to the driver en route or at the desk.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the bus from Krakow to Chernivtsi?
The trip takes 11 to 14 hours depending on the border queue and stops along the way. The distance is about 620 kilometres.
How do I pay for this trip?
You pay by card online in hryvnia when booking — the full amount at once. There is nothing extra to pay the driver during the journey.
What documents do I need to cross the border?
This is an international route, so you need a valid passport or a biometric ID card. The border is crossed at Krakovets–Korczowa or Yahodyn–Dorohusk.
Where does the bus leave in Krakow and arrive in Chernivtsi?
Departure is usually from the MDA bus terminal on Bosacka Street or stops near Kraków Główny. Arrival is at the central bus station in Chernivtsi on Holovna Street.
Are there overnight buses on this route?
Yes, some departures leave in the evening and travel through the night so you arrive in Chernivtsi in the morning. Exact departure times are shown when you select a ticket.