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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bratislava to Budapest
Cheapest price on Oct 06
€9
Average ticket price on Oct 06
€23
Fastest journey on Oct 06
2 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Oct 06
2 h 21 m
Buses on Oct 06
55
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bratislava to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bratislava to Budapest will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Tue, Oct 06, we found 55 buses from Bratislava to Budapest, including 33 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 06 the direct buses cover the 161 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Tue, Oct 06 the slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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.
(Prague -> Budapest)1:45 PM2h50Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy4:35 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€91One-way0 transfers- (Prague -> Budapest)1:45 PM2h30Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy4:15 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€91One-way0 transfers
- (Prague -> Budapest)3:15 AM2h30Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy5:45 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€101One-way0 transfers
- (Prague -> Budapest)3:15 AM2h50Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy6:05 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:40 PM3h05Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy6:45 PMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€141One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus3:40 PM2h20Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy6:00 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€161One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus6:10 AM2h20Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy8:30 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€171One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:30 PM2h20Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy11:50 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€151One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus5:25 PM2h20Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy7:45 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€151One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus6:10 PM2h25Bratislava, Einsteinova8:35 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€141One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bratislava to Budapest
Slovakia
Hungary
Buses from Bratislava to Budapest run on average 42 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 26 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 161 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 161 km |
Average bus duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 42 |
Direct buses 26 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Live departures
Bratislava to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bratislava to Budapest buses for today, Monday, October 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 3h35 | 6:20 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 3h15 | 6:00 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 3:40 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 3h05 | 6:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:40 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h40 | 6:20 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:40 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h20 | 6:00 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 4h15 | 8:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 4h00 | 7:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| (Prague -> Budapest) · RJ 1050 (Bratislava -> Prague) | 4:15 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 13h50 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 5:25 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h35 | 8:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:25 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h20 | 7:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:10 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 2h45 | 8:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:10 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 2h25 | 8:35 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 4h00 | 10:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 4h05 | 11:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 4h25 | 12:10 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 8:10 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h35 | 10:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h40 | 12:10 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h20 | 11:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, October 6 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 4h00 | 4:20 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 1:50 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h30 | 4:20 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Prague -> Budapest) | 3:15 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h30 | 5:45 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Prague -> Budapest) | 3:15 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h50 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 4h01 | 7:46 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 3h40 | 7:25 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 3h25 | 8:10 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 3h55 | 8:40 AM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 4:50 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 3h30 | 8:20 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:50 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h35 | 7:25 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:50 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h56 | 7:46 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 3h15 | 8:30 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 3h35 | 8:50 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
 0 | 5:30 AM Bratislava | 2h30 | 8:00 AM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 3h15 | 9:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 3h45 | 9:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h25 | 8:10 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 4h30 | 10:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h55 | 8:40 AM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 4h25 | 10:10 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 6:10 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h40 | 8:50 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:10 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h20 | 8:30 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 3h35 | 10:50 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 3h55 | 11:10 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 7:40 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h30 | 10:10 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:20 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h50 | 11:10 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:20 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h30 | 10:50 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 3h40 | 12:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 4h00 | 12:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 3h40 | 1:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h45 | 12:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h25 | 12:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:50 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h35 | 1:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 4h30 | 5:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| (Prague -> Budapest) | 1:45 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h50 | 4:35 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Prague -> Budapest) | 1:45 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h30 | 4:15 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bratislava to Budapest: Journey Details
The journey from the Slovakian capital Bratislava to the capital of Hungary, Budapest, is just a short two-hour drive. Buses from Bratislava to Budapest operate several times per day, offering passengers an excellent choice of departure times ranging from morning to midday and evening. Orangeways provides a direct bus service to Budapest, which takes just over two hours. Travellers can also catch one of the frequent FLiXBUS services, which run several times per day, but take about four hours and involve a stop along the way.
Taking the Bus from Bratislava
All buses from Bratislava to Budapest depart from Mlynske Nivy bus station, which is located on the east side of the city. The bus station is the main transport hub within the city for both local buses and international buses, so it is easy to catch a local bus or tram within the local area to reach the station. Local buses stop just outside the bus station entrance on Mlynske Nivy Street. Travellers can also reach the bus station on foot, as it is just a 15-minute walk from the Old Town.
Getting into Budapest by Bus
Budapest is a huge city, carved down the middle by the Danube River. Amongst its many attractions, visitors can soak themselves in the city’s many thermal baths, ride the Cogwheel Railway up the Buda Hills, or explore the majestic Royal Palace. All international bus routes arrive at the main bus station at Népliget, which is located in the 9th District of Budapest, just to the east of the city centre. The easiest way to reach the city centre is to take the Metro on Line M3, however, there is also a good selection of bus and tram routes that connect Népliget to the city centre.
FAQs: Bus from Bratislava to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bratislava 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.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- Express Busline
- Cancellation policies can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions
- cancellations made at least 48 hours before departure are refundable, while those made within 24 hours incur a 50% deduction, and those between 24 and 48 hours incur a 20% deduction.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Express Busline
- One checked luggage and one hand luggage are allowed, with two pieces of luggage up to 50 kg each permitted on the Chisinau to Prague route without additional costs.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Express Busline
- Additional luggage is allowed subject to capacity and payment of a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Express Busline
- Small animals are permitted if kept in a carrier with a maximum size of 70 x 30 x 50 cm.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bratislava to Budapest
Most Bratislava to Budapest buses use the Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás. Use this guide to compare Bratislava and Budapest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Bratislava station do buses to Budapest leave from?
Getting to Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy from Bratislava city centre
Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy is 1 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy bus station facilities and services
Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Mlynské (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Bistro Nivy (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) from Bratislava city centre
Getting to Bratislava, Einsteinova from Bratislava city centre
Bratislava, Einsteinova is 1 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava, Einsteinova bus station facilities and services
Bratislava, Einsteinova has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bratislava, Einsteinova. ATMs are aTM located inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava, Einsteinova.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bratislava, Einsteinova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava, Einsteinova: Station has ramps for disabled access.
Which Budapest station do buses from Bratislava 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, 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.
Getting to Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér from Budapest city centre
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