THE SHORT VERSION
Rome to Krakow at a glance.
- From
- Rome Roma
- To
- Krakow Kraków
- Road distance
- About 1550 km
- Straight line
- 1074 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~16 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Krakow to Rome →
- Border
- Italy → Poland. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Rome
Rome is Italy's biggest coach destination, with domestic routes and overnight connections to France, Switzerland and Germany. Most long-distance buses use the coach terminal next to Tiburtina station.
- Roma Tiburtina coach terminal
Next to Tiburtina railway station (metro line B). FlixBus and most long-distance coaches. - Termini and airport stops
Airport shuttles and some services use Termini station and the airports.
Arriving in Krakow
The old town is a short walk from the station.
- Kraków bus station · Małopolski Dworzec Autobusowy
East side of Kraków Główny railway station.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Airport buses leave from a different stop by the shopping centre.
KEEP GOING
From Krakow, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Krakow
More buses from Rome
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Rome from Krakow by road?+
About 1550 km by road (1074 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Rome to Krakow take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 16 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Rome?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Rome include Roma Tiburtina coach terminal, Termini and airport stops, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Krakow to Rome?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Krakow to Rome guide.
Where does the bus from Rome arrive in Krakow?+
It depends on the operator. In Krakow, services use Kraków bus station. The old town is a short walk from the station.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Krakow?+
The old town is a short walk from the station.
What kind of bus runs from Rome to Krakow?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Rome to Krakow bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Krakow by bus?+
Direct buses from Krakow include Warsaw, Vienna, Budapest, Prague, Hamburg and more. See all connections on our Krakow bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Rome to Krakow?+
Italy and Poland are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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