Bologna to Krakow: Road Trip Guide & Distance

556.7 miles 896 km · straight line
748.8 miles actual route 1205 km · driving distance
12h 40min estimated drive time
€137 - €169 estimated fuel cost
~1h 37min flight time
43° NE bearing direction

How far is Bologna from Krakow?

The distance from Bologna to Krakow is 556.7 miles (896 km) as the crow flies. Krakow is located NE of Bologna. By car, the driving distance is approximately 748.8 miles, taking about 12h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Bologna is in Italy, while Krakow is in Poland.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bologna and Krakow. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bologna to Krakow

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 40min €137 - €169 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 37min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 12min $60–$112* Budget
Train ~16h 28min $90–$262* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bologna & Krakow

Quick Facts

Bologna
44.49°N, 11.34°E
Europe/Rome
54m elevation
Krakow
50.06°N, 19.95°E
Europe/Warsaw
219m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 186 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 44.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM