Krakow to Stuttgart: Road Trip Guide & Distance

491.4 miles 790.8 km · straight line
632.8 miles actual route 1018.4 km · driving distance
10h 13min estimated drive time
PLN 430 - PLN 530 estimated fuel cost
~1h 29min flight time
264° W bearing direction

How far is Krakow from Stuttgart?

The distance from Krakow to Stuttgart is 491.4 miles (790.8 km) as the crow flies. Stuttgart is located W of Krakow. By car, the driving distance is approximately 632.8 miles, taking about 10h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Krakow is in Poland, while Stuttgart is in Germany.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Krakow and Stuttgart. 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 Krakow to Stuttgart

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 13min PLN 430 - PLN 530 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 29min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 16min $51–$95* Budget
Train ~9h 42min $76–$221* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Krakow & Stuttgart

Quick Facts

Krakow
50.06°N, 19.95°E
Europe/Warsaw
219m elevation
Stuttgart
48.78°N, 9.18°E
Europe/Berlin
245m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 164 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 50.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM