The cheapest and fastest buses from Brussels to Budapest
Cheapest price
€74
Average price
€95
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 10 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
1129 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Budapest will cost around €95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €74.
It's difficult to get from Brussels to Budapest without transferring at least once.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Brussels to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €130.
Distance: 1129 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
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€87 Average price Cheapest | €102 Average price | €247 Average price |
21h 17m Average total duration 20h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 35m Average total duration 13h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.1 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | 3.4 - 6.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Brussels to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Budapest buses for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 27h35 | 3:20 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 28h15 | 6:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 25h55 | 4:10 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 26h55 | 5:10 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 27h30 | 6:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 28h15 | 7:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 28h00 | 6:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 29h00 | 7:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 26h30 | 5:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 25h35 | 4:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 25h55 | 5:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 27h05 | 6:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 27h40 | 10:55 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brussels to Budapest
Buses from Brussels to Budapest run on average 25 times per day, taking around 20h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €28 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 1129 km distance in 22h 5m.
Distance 1129 km |
Average bus duration 20h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Buses per day 25 |
Fastest bus 22h 5m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Brussels to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Brussels to Budapest with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Brussels to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels 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 Brussels, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi), Bruxelles, Gare du Nord and Brussels, Gare Centrale. When arriving in Budapest, you can end your route in coach stations like Budapest, Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Terminal 2), Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér and Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi), which is located around 2.7 miles (4.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Budapest, Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Terminal 2), located 11.3 miles (18.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Brussels to Budapest
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Noord (in the station)
- Quick Brussels Noord (in the station)
- Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 57, 58 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S1, S2
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Midi (in the station)
- Belgian Bites (in the station)
- Fritland Express (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 49, 50, 78 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S, Thalys, Eurostar
- 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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