Bus Kyiv – Krakow
from 2,250 ₴when reserved and paid to the driver
14–17 hThe Kyiv – Krakow bus covers about 800 km, takes roughly 14–17 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 2,250 ₴ 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
- 800 km
- Travel time
- 14–17 h
- Border crossing
- Yahodyn – Dorohusk, Krakivets – Korczowa
Kyiv – Krakow bus schedule
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:40Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", metro Demiivska; prospekt Nauky; budynok 1/2 | 21:45Avtovokzal Krakiv, vulytsia Bosatska; budynok 18 | 16h 5mintransfers: 2 | daily | I TRAVEL BUS |
| 06:30Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal), metro Vokzalna; vulytsia Symona Petliury; budynok 32 | 22:15Aeroport im. Yoanna Pavla II, vulytsia Kapitana Mechyslava Medvetskoho; budynok 1 | 15h 45min | daily | I TRAVEL BUS |
| 06:50Дачна АС міська зуп. Перемоги пр. 142 Platform 2 | 22:20John Paul II Airport, Kapitana Mieczyslaw Medwiecki Street; Building 1. (Glass bus stop No. 2, to the right of the airport exit) | 15h 30min | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 08:45Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 02:45Avtovokzal Krakiv | 18h | daily | KANTOL BUSTRAVEL LLC |
| 08:50Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal) | 02:20Avtovokzal Krakiv | 17h 30min | daily | ТОВ МКТ Зесен Транс |
| 10:00Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32 | 03:20MDA, ul. Bosacka 18, st. G1-G6 | 17h 20mintransfers: 1 | daily | TocoBUS |
| 12:00AS Kyiv (Central Train Station) | 05:00Bus Station "Krakow" | 17h | daily | LikeBus |
| 12:30AS-ZLV, vul. Symona Petliury, 32 | 07:50Airport im. Jana Pawła II, ul. Kapitana Mieczysława Medweckiego, 1 | 19h 20mintransfers: 1 | daily | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» |
| 13:35Bus station "Dachnaya" | 05:00Bus Station "Krakow" | 15h 25min | daily | LikeBus |
| 14:10Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 06:00Avtovokzal Krakiv | 15h 50min | daily | BTA BUS |
| 15:00Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal) | 06:00Avtovokzal Krakiv | 15h | daily | Prosto Bus Plus |
| 15:45AS “KYIV” vul. S.Petliury, 32 | 08:00DW.MDA ul. Bosacka, 18 | 16h 15min | daily | Caznatrans |
| 16:00Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal) | 07:00Avtovokzal Krakiv | 15h | daily | ORIONBUS |
| 20:30metro Demiyivska; Nauky Ave 1/2 | 13:20John Paul II Airport, Kapitana Mieczyslaw Medwiecki Street; Building 1. (Glass bus stop No. 2, to the right of the airport exit) | 16h 50mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 21:30Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 15:10Avtovokzal Krakiv | 17h 40min | daily | ТОВ МКТ Зесен Транс |
| 23:00Avtostantsiia "Dachna" | 15:10Avtovokzal Krakiv | 16h 10min | daily | ТОВ МКТ Зесен Транс |
Cheapest departure in the 15-day sample — Oct 10, from 2250 ₴ 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 Kyiv – Krakow route
The Kyiv–Krakow bus covers roughly 800 km via Zhytomyr, Rivne and Lviv to the Rava-Ruska / Hrebenne crossing, where you clear entry into Poland. The trip usually takes 16–20 hours depending on the border queue. Krakow is a student and tourist hub with a sizeable Ukrainian community, so passengers travel for studies at Jagiellonian University, for work, to see the Old Town and Wawel, or to connect onward across Western Europe. Check the departure time beforehand, since both daytime and overnight services run.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the bus from Kyiv to Krakow?
Usually 16–20 hours for the ~800 km route via Lviv and the Rava-Ruska / Hrebenne crossing. The exact time depends mainly on the queue at the Ukrainian-Polish border and road conditions. Check the specific departure time when you book.
What documents do I need to travel to Krakow?
To cross the Ukraine-Poland border you need a valid biometric international passport. Children need their own travel document, plus consent to travel where required. Keep documents ready at the border, since every passenger is checked, which can extend the journey.
Are there overnight buses from Kyiv to Krakow?
Yes, both daytime and overnight services run on this route. Overnight buses are convenient because you spend most of the trip asleep and arrive in Krakow in the morning. Check available dates and departure times in the schedule when you search.
Where does the bus depart from in Kyiv?
Departure is usually from Kyiv's bus stations — most often the central bus terminal or stops near metro stations. The exact boarding point and address are shown in the details of your chosen trip and on your ticket, so check them before travel.
How much is a Kyiv – Krakow ticket and how do I pay?
As of the latest schedule snapshot, tickets start at 2,250 ₴ 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 Kyiv – Krakow route?
The typical schedule has up to 16 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 05:40, the last at 23:00. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Kyiv – Krakow route?
Carriers on this route: I TRAVEL BUS, Pavluks Trans, KANTOL BUSTRAVEL LLC, ТОВ МКТ Зесен Транс, TocoBUS, LikeBus, ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС», BTA BUS, Prosto Bus Plus, Caznatrans, ORIONBUS. The line-up depends on the travel date.