How to get from Lyon to Kraków
- 1219 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 2h 10m
- 2 bus departures a day with FlixBus
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Lyon to Kraków. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 10m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1219 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on October 5, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1219 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €30Checked Oct 5 | 2h 10mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €57Omio catalogue, Oct 9 | 23h 45mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€30Checked Oct 52h 10m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€57Omio catalogue, Oct 923h 45m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Lyon to Kraków: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Lyon Saint-Exupéry → Kraków John Paul IIflight
Wizz Air·2h 10m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Departures from Lyon to Kraków
FlixBus runs 2 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:20 and the last at 22:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 2 | 05:20 | 22:00 |
All departures
- 05:20
- 22:00
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. 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 Fri, Oct 9
Operators seen on these journeys
Wizz AirLyon Saint-Exupéry-Kraków John Paul IISee live options and dates →
FlixBusLyon Saint-Exupéry-KrakówBook →On this route you travel with Wizz Air, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Lyon to Kraków works
Start with a Wizz Air flight from Lyon to Kraków, about 2h 10m. In total it's roughly €30 over 2h 10m, direct, no transfers.
Lyon to Kraków: common questions
How long does it take to get from Lyon to Kraków?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 10m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Lyon to Kraków?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 05:20 and the last at 22:00, from Lyon Saint-Exupéry, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Lyon to Kraków?
2 a day with FlixBus, between 05:20 and 22:00.
Which station does the bus from Lyon to Kraków leave from?
Lyon Saint-Exupéry with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Kraków from Lyon?
About 1219 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Lyon to Kraków cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €30. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Lyon to Kraków?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 10m.
How long is the flight from Lyon to Kraków?
About 2h 10m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Lyon and Kraków?
Lyon is LYS and Kraków is KRK, so this route is usually written LYS to KRK.
Which operators run Lyon to Kraków?
On this route you travel with Wizz Air, FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Kraków?
Usually 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, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Wizz Air
Route calculated: 5 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 5 Oct 2026