What is the distance between Cottbus and Krakow?

The distance between the two cities is 271 miles (437 km).

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

If you're headed to Krakow from Cottbus, chances are that your bus will depart from Cottbus, Busbahnhof and arrive at Krakow Airport. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Krakow?

Once in Krakow, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Old Synagogue, Wawel Castle and Cathedral, St. Florian's Gate, Church of St. Adalbert and Planty Park.

Bus Cottbus to Krakow from $42 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Cottbus to Krakow on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:50pm	Cottbus	12h 20m	5:10am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Cottbus	12h 25m	5:25pm	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Cottbus	8h 40m	1:40pm	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Cottbus	6h 40m	11:40am	Kraków MDA Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:50pm	Cottbus	12h 20m	6:10am	Krakow Airport (KRK)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Cottbus to Krakow

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Krakow. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day

4h 50mAverage Duration

271 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $76	Average Duration8h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$34 - $54	Average Duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,296 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Zesen Trans

3.5/56 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi1.3

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Where are the popular stops in Cottbus and Krakow?

Stops in Cottbus

A - Cottbus, Busbahnhof

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 traveling from Cottbus to Krakow by bus

What is the distance between Cottbus and Krakow?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cottbus to Krakow?
What are the best sights and things to do in Krakow?

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The cheapest trip from Cottbus to Krakow was searched and found on Nov 14, 2025 with a price of $42

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

You can expect to pay from $42 to $42 for a bus ticket from Cottbus to Krakow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-11-14.