The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Budapest
Cheapest price
€82
Average price
€105
Fastest journey
12 h 35 m
Average duration
13 h 50 m
Buses per day
18
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 €105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €82.
Of the 18 buses that leave Bologna for Budapest on Sat, Apr 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 11 the direct buses cover the 682 km distance in an average of 13 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 35 m .
On Sat, Apr 11 the slowest buses will take 14 h 21 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€821One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus2:55 AM14h55Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)5:50 PMBudapest, Mexikói Út M€881One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus2:55 AM14h21Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)5:16 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€881One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus10:25 PM16h15Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)2:40 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€881One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus5:10 AM14h30Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)7:40 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€921One-way1 transfer
FlixBus7:40 PM12h35Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)8:15 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€821One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus4:15 AM13h50Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)6:05 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€1101One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus5:10 AM14h10Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)7:20 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€921One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus4:15 AM14h15Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)6:30 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€1101One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus2:55 AM14h21Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)5:16 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€881One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bologna to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a train costs an average of €160.
Distance: 682 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€63 Average price Cheapest | €124 Average price | €166 Average price |
15h 14m Average total duration 14h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 33m Average total duration 16h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Budapest buses for today, Friday, April 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h10 | 4:55 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h30 | 9:15 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 4:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h55 | 9:40 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h35 | 6:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h15 | 12:40 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h10 | 1:35 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, April 11 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h55 | 3:50 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h21 | 3:16 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h40 | 6:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h50 | 4:05 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h15 | 4:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h30 | 5:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h10 | 5:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h05 | 8:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h50 | 7:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 18h40 | 1:10 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Budapest
Buses from Bologna to Budapest run on average 17 times per day, taking around 14h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €17 by flight.
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 12h 35m.
Distance 682 km |
Average bus duration 14h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 35m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus from Bologna to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Budapest with FlixBus, Itabus for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna to Budapest
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
- 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
- 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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