The cheapest and fastest buses from Bratislava to Budapest
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Buses per day
48
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 €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 48 buses that leave Bratislava for Budapest on Sat, May 23, 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct buses cover the 161 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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€151One-way0 transfers
(Prague -> Budapest)1:45 PM2h30Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy4:15 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€151One-way0 transfers
(Prague -> Budapest)3:15 AM2h50Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy6:05 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€151One-way0 transfers
(Prague -> Budapest)3:15 AM2h30Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy5:45 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:00 PM3h01Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy12:01 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€171One-way0 transfers
69785823:30 PM2h15Bratislava5:45 PMBudapest€401One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:25 PM2h20Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy7:45 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€251One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:40 PM2h20Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy6:00 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€261One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:10 AM2h20Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy8:30 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€201One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:30 PM2h20Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy11:50 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bratislava to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bratislava to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 161 km
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3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Bratislava to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bratislava to Budapest buses for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
(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 | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 4h46 | 6:31 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
0 | 2:30 PM Bratislava | 3h30 | 6:00 PM Budapest | 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 | 3:40 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 3h05 | 6:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 4h30 | 8:15 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 4h55 | 8:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 5h55 | 10:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 5h40 | 10:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:25 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h20 | 7:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:25 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h35 | 8:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h46 | 8:16 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 2h25 | 8:35 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 2h45 | 8:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 5h05 | 11:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 5h20 | 12:05 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 · FlixBus | 8:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 5h55 | 2:50 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 3h01 | 12:01 AM 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 | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 6h15 | 5:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 5h55 | 4:55 AM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 1 transfer | |
(Prague -> Budapest) | 3:15 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h50 | 6:05 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 | |
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 | 4:50 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 3h30 | 8:20 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 | 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 | 3h15 | 9:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h55 | 8:40 AM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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) | 5h55 | 1:10 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 6h10 | 1:25 PM 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 | 2h30 | 10:50 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h50 | 11:10 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 5h55 | 2:40 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 5h45 | 2:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h25 | 12:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h45 | 12:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 5h16 | 4:01 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 5h40 | 4:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:50 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h35 | 1:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 6h05 | 5:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bratislava to Budapest
Buses from Bratislava to Budapest run on average 44 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 28 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 35m.
Distance 161 km |
Average bus duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 44 |
Direct buses 28 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Express Busline, Infobus, Korona Travel, Slovak Lines Express a.s. from Bratislava to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Bratislava to Budapest with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Express Busline, Infobus, Korona Travel, Slovak Lines Express a.s. for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Express Busline
- Additional luggage is allowed subject to capacity and payment of a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for 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
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Mlynské (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Bistro Nivy (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 21, 25, 50, 70
- 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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