How much does a bus ticket from Riga to Krakow cost?

The bus ticket price from Riga to Krakow starts at R 729. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Riga to Krakow is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Riga to Krakow?

The average travel time between Riga and Krakow is around 18h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 814 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Riga and Krakow?

The number of buses from Riga to Krakow can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 18 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Riga to Krakow by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Riga to Krakow?

When taking the bus from Riga to Krakow, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Riga to Krakow?

Buses travelling between Riga and Krakow leave from Starptautiskā autoosta or Riga Airport and arrive at Krakow Airport, Kraków MDA Bus Station, Cracovie.

Bus Riga to Krakow from R 668 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Riga to Krakow on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 20m	22:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Starptautiskā autoosta	15h 30m	12:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 44m	23:59	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	09:50	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	03:35	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	15:40	Starptautiskā autoosta	23h	13:40	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Krakow on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:55	Starptautiskā autoosta	23h 40m	22:35	Krakow Airport (KRK)	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Starptautiskā autoosta	15h 30m	12:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	09:50	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	03:35	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	22:05	Starptautiskā autoosta	20h 20m	17:25	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	00:20	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	22h 55m	22:15	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Krakow on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 20m	22:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	09:50	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	03:35	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	15:40	Starptautiskā autoosta	21h 15m	11:55	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	23:55	Starptautiskā autoosta	19h 50m	18:45	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	00:20	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	23h 15m	22:35	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Krakow on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 20m	22:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	20h 5m	01:20	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	09:50	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	03:35	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	15:40	Starptautiskā autoosta	21h 15m	11:55	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	23:55	Starptautiskā autoosta	19h 50m	18:45	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Krakow on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 20m	22:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Starptautiskā autoosta	16h 20m	13:25	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	20h 5m	01:20	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	09:50	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	03:35	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	15:40	Starptautiskā autoosta	21h 10m	11:50	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Krakow on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 20m	22:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Starptautiskā autoosta	15h 30m	12:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	20h 5m	01:20	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	09:50	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	03:35	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	15:40	Starptautiskā autoosta	21h 10m	11:50	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Krakow on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	17h 20m	22:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Starptautiskā autoosta	15h 30m	12:35	Kraków MDA Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 44m	23:59	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	09:50	Starptautiskā autoosta	18h 45m	03:35	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	15:40	Starptautiskā autoosta	21h 10m	11:50	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:38 PM EET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Riga to Krakow

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Krakow. The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 172, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

11h 40mAverage duration

814 kmDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 729 - R 2 443	Average duration18h 45m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 172 - R 1 172	Average duration11h 40m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 327 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11327 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 729

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Where are the popular stops in Riga and Krakow?

Stops in Riga

A - Starptautiskā autoosta

B - Riga Airport

C - Seaport

D - Port: Riga

Stops in Krakow

A - Krakow Airport

B - Kraków MDA Bus Station

C - Cracovie

D - Stacja Benzynowa

E - Stacja paliw BP

F - Plac Inwalidow

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riga to Krakow by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Riga to Krakow cost?
The bus ticket price from Riga to Krakow starts at R 729. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Riga to Krakow is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Riga to Krakow?
The average travel time between Riga and Krakow is around 18h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 814 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Riga and Krakow?
The number of buses from Riga to Krakow can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 18 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Riga to Krakow by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Riga to Krakow?
When taking the bus from Riga to Krakow, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Riga to Krakow?
Buses travelling between Riga and Krakow leave from Starptautiskā autoosta or Riga Airport and arrive at Krakow Airport, Kraków MDA Bus Station, Cracovie.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

14/11

R 899

15/11

R 1 637

Today

R 897

17/11

R 1 220

18/11

R 835

19/11

R 897

20/11

R 751

21/11

R 793

The cheapest trip from Riga to Krakow was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of R 751

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riga to Krakow as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 751 to R 3 014 for a bus ticket from Riga to Krakow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 751, which is on 2025-11-20.