How to Get from Kraków to Hamburg
Kraków to Hamburg is 785 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 12h 25m by bus. The trip takes 13h by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Kraków to Hamburg by price and travel time (route calculated on 8 November 2026).
- First bus at 13:35, last at 13:35
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Kraków to Hamburg. The most useful door-to-door route takes 13h by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 785 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
785 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €56Checked Nov 6 | 23h 05m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €40Omio catalogue, Oct 12 | 12h 25mFastestdirect | See Bus details |
| See bus tickets on Omio | |||
- Flight€56Checked Nov 623h 05m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€40Omio catalogue, Oct 1212h 25m · directFastestSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Kraków to Hamburg: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Kraków → Hamburg centralbus
FlixBus·13h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Cheapest Flight Fare by Month, Kraków to Hamburg
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | €86 | |
| December 2026 | €56 | |
| January 2027 | €59 |
The lowest fare Routavio has seen for each departure month, with the day it was seen. Fares change, so check the price when you search.
Departures from Kraków to Hamburg
FlixBus publishes a departure at 13:35.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 13:35 | 13:35 |
All departures
- 13:35
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Oct 12.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
FlixBusKraków-Hamburg central, Kraków-SchwerinBook →
Deutsche BahnSchwerin-HamburgBook →
LufthansaWarsaw Chopin-Frankfurt am Main, Frankfurt am Main-Hamburg AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn, Lufthansa.
How the Trip from Kraków to Hamburg Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 8 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Kraków to Hamburg central, about 13h. In total it's roughly €51 over 13h, direct, no transfers.
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Kraków to Hamburg: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Kraków to Hamburg?
Routavio's route check on 8 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 13h by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Kraków to Hamburg?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 13:35 and the last at 13:35, according to the published timetable.
How far is Hamburg from Kraków?
About 785 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Kraków to Hamburg cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €51. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Kraków to Hamburg?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn, Lufthansa.
Can you get from Kraków to Hamburg without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 10h 09m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Kraków to Hamburg?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn, Lufthansa
Route calculated: 8 Nov 2026