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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Budapest
Cheapest price on Oct 12
€45
Average ticket price on Oct 12
€61
Fastest journey on Oct 12
12 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Oct 12
13 h 34 m
Buses on Oct 12
17
Distance
682 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Budapest will cost around €61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
On Mon, Oct 12, we found 17 buses from Bologna to Budapest, including 2 direct services.
On Mon, Oct 12 the direct buses cover the 682 km distance in an average of 13 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 35 m .
On Mon, Oct 12 the slowest buses will take 14 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus7:40 PM12h35Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)8:15 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€451One-way0 transfers- FlixBus · FlixBus7:40 PM15h10Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)10:50 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€541One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:55 AM15h05Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)6:00 PMBudapest, Mexikói Út M€561One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:55 AM14h36Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)5:31 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€561One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus6:45 PM16h55Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)11:40 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€581One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:40 PM12h35Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)8:15 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€451One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus8:30 AM13h00Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)9:30 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€611One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus4:15 AM13h50Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)6:05 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€681One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus5:10 AM14h10Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)7:20 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€611One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus4:15 AM14h15Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)6:30 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€681One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Budapest
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Buses from Bologna to Budapest run on average 17 times per day, taking around 13h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €12 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 682 km distance in 11h 25m.
Distance 682 km |
Average bus duration 13h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 25m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Live departures
Bologna to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Budapest buses for today, Sunday, October 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 6:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h55 | 11:40 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h35 | 8:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h15 | 12:55 PM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h10 | 10:50 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h15 | 2:40 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h10 | 3:35 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, October 12 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h05 | 6:00 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h36 | 5:31 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h15 | 6:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h50 | 6:05 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h35 | 8:50 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h30 | 7:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h10 | 7:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h05 | 10:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h00 | 9:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 18h40 | 3:10 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h26 | 5:11 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: Bus from Bologna to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna to Budapest
Most Bologna to Budapest buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Budapest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Bologna station do buses to Budapest leave from?
Getting to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) bus station facilities and services
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
Which Budapest station do buses from Bologna arrive at?
Getting to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar is 5 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Népliget (in the station), Gulyás Tér (0.5 km), Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér from Budapest city centre
Getting to Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station), Bistro Budapest (0.5 km), Café Central (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Elevators, ramps.
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