How far is it from Krakow to Budapest?

The road distance from Krakow to Budapest is about 224 miles, which should take between 6 and 6.5 hours driving at a safe speed. However, the time of day and season can influence the duration of the journey.

How long is the train from Krakow to Budapest?

The average train journey from Krakow to Budapest takes 9 hours and 4 minutes. The fastest train takes 7 hours and 55 minutes. An indirect train stopping at Pardubice or Bratislava Hlavna can take upwards of 10 hours.

How do you get from Krakow to Budapest?

There are four ways you can get from Krakow to Budapest. Public transport, including trains and buses, is a budget-friendly way to travel. Daytrip is the easiest mode of transportation, and a connecting flight is the quickest.

Is one day enough to see Budapest?

Budapest is a large city with an abundance of things to do, so you'll never be able to see the city in just one day. You need three full days to experience the highlights and five overnight stays to relax in the famous baths and appreciate the local culture.

Is Budapest cheap to visit?

Budapest is an affordable European city for tourists. Due to its ever-growing popularity, it doesn't have rock-bottom prices like its neighboring countries, Serbia and Romania. However, you can still find meals in reasonably priced restaurants for under €10 and pints of local beer in bars for just €2.50.

Is Budapest safe for tourists?

Budapest is an extremely safe city for tourists, even at night. The area consistently scores highly on the global safety index. As of 2024, it's at 76, making it ideal for solo and female travelers. But like every big city, you should be vigilant about pickpocketing outside tourist attractions.

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Trip Information

Pick-up

Your driver will meet you at your address in Cracovie.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

Trip

You’ll travel in comfort for 6 hours.

Optional sight-seeing
Clean, comfortable car
Professional driver
Bottled water
Child seats
Prepared for handicapped
Smoke-free
Pet friendly

Drop-off

Your driver will drop you off at your address in Budapest.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

In total

401 km
6 hours

Visit these sights on the way

Kalwaria Zebrzydowska

Avec plus d'un million de pèlerins par an, ce parc classé par l'UNESCO est l'un des centres dévotionnels les plus populaires de Pologne et l'un des projets paysagers et architecturaux les plus intéressants d'Europe. Parc architectural, culturel et de pèlerinage

Oravský hrad

Le château d'Orava a été utilisé pour représenter le château du comte Orlok dans le film Nosferatu de 1922. Le domicile originel de Nosferatu

Vlkolinec

Vlkolínec est un petit village en Slovaquie centrale où les traditions historiques, les maisons, les modes de vie et l'artisanat sont encore préservés aujourd'hui et est un site du patrimoine mondial de l'UNESCO. Où le temps s'arrête

Košice

Košice est la plus grande ville de l'est de la Slovaquie. Avec son passé animé et sa scène artistique de rue distinguée, il n'est pas étonnant que la ville ait été nommée capitale européenne de la culture en 2013. Trésor historique

Banska Stiavnica

La ville médiévale entièrement préservée de Banská Štiavnica est célèbre pour son exploitation minière d'argent et a été déclarée site du patrimoine mondial de l'UNESCO en 1993. Une ville médiévale de l'argent

Esztergom

Esztergom se trouve sur la rive du Danube, à la frontière avec la Slovaquie, et est le siège de l'Église catholique en Hongrie. Le berceau de la Hongrie

The Daytrip driver advantage

Local knowledge about the route from Cracovie to Budapest
Including available sights:
English speaking*
All Daytrip drivers speak English* as well as their native language (and sometimes additional languages too!). They'll be happy to discuss local history and culture with you, as well as answer any questions you may have. And because they speak the language, they're able to provide you with a unique opportunity to connect with local culture. *Drivers for Lite service aren't required to speak English but must meet all other standards.
Safety first!
We screen all our drivers for criminal and traffic records, and personally interview each one. We also inspect their cars for safety, comfort, and reliability. All cars must be less than ten years old, in excellent operating condition, and insured as required by local law. And because our drivers are locals, they're familiar with the rules and customs of the road.

World-class customer support

Available 24/7
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Experts on the route from Cracovie to Budapest

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Flexible cancellation policy

Cancellations: 100% refund up to 24 hours before the trip!
Changes: Free up to 24 hours before the trip!

Good to know

Children

If you’re traveling with children, make sure to let us know in the booking so we can get the appropriate child seats ready!

Pets

Pets are allowed (and loved)! We just need to know beforehand. You can tell us about them in the next phase of the booking.

Tips

Gratuity isn’t included or required, but if you really enjoyed your trip, you can show your driver your appreciation with an optional tip (10% is sufficient).

Luggage

Big luggage
29x21x11 inches
74x53x28 cm

Small luggage
22x14x9 inches
56x36x23 cm

Each passenger is allowed to have one checked bag and one carry on. If you’re traveling with more bags or oversized luggage, you can adjust this while booking.

Payment methods

Pay by credit card online, or in cash directly to your driver!

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Every traveler deserves real insight into the cultures of the countries they’re visiting. And every amazing place on Earth deserves to be visited and appreciated. We believe unique local knowledge and real human connection are irreplaceable when it comes to truly comprehending another culture.