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Compare bus and flight for Athens to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Athens to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €79. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €79, and a flight costs an average of €60.
Distance: 1124 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
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€120 Average price Cheapest | €155 Average price |
24h 39m Average total duration 24h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.1 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.4 - 6.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Athens to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Budapest buses for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 2:35 PM Athens | 49h15 | 3:50 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Athens to Budapest
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Buses from Athens to Budapest run on average 2 times per day, taking around 24h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €79 but you can travel from only €60 by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 1124 km distance in 24h 0m.
Distance 1124 km |
Average bus duration 24h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €79 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 24h 0m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Infobus, Siamos Tours from Athens to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Athens to Budapest with Infobus, Siamos Tours for as low as €60. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Athens to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Budapest by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Athens, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL (Άθενς, Λεωφόρου Κηφισού - ΚΤΕΛ ΚΗΦΙΣΟΥ), Athens Chiou and Athens, Akominatou / Favierou (Αθήνα, Ακομινάτου / Φαβιέρου). When arriving in Budapest, you can end your journey in coach stations like Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, Budapest, Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Terminal 2) and Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL (Άθενς, Λεωφόρου Κηφισού - ΚΤΕΛ ΚΗΦΙΣΟΥ), which is located around 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, located 11.3 miles (18.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Athens to Budapest
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
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