The cheapest and fastest buses from Bucharest to Budapest
- Cheapest price on Nov 08
- €52
- Average ticket price on Nov 08
- €64
- Fastest journey on Nov 08
- 13 h 40 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 08
- 14 h 37 m
- Buses on Nov 08
- 18
- Distance
- 643 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bucharest to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bucharest to Budapest will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
On Sun, Nov 08, we found 18 buses from Bucharest to Budapest, including 17 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 08 the direct buses cover the 643 km distance in an average of 14 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 40 m .
On Sun, Nov 08 the slowest buses will take 15 h 30 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.
FlixBus5:00 PM 17h01 București, Autogara Militari 9:01 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar €52 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus7:10 AM 16h06 București, Autogara Militari 10:16 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar €52 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus6:30 PM 15h31 București, Autogara Militari 9:01 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar €53 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus9:30 PM 17h00 București, Autogara Militari 1:30 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás €54 1 One-way 2 transfers
FlixBus1:00 PM 16h46 București, Autogara Militari 4:46 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar €60 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus4:30 PM 13h40 București, Autogara Militari 5:10 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér €61 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus4:30 PM 14h16 București, Autogara Militari 5:46 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar €78 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus4:30 PM 14h45 București, Autogara Militari 6:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás €78 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus6:30 PM 14h55 București, Autogara Militari 8:25 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér €60 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus10:30 PM 15h30 București, Autogara Militari 1:00 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér €61 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bucharest to Budapest
Buses from Bucharest to Budapest run on average 14 times per day, taking around 16h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €16 by flight.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 643 km distance in 13h 35m.
Distance 643 km |
Average bus duration 16h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 13h 35m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Bucharest to Budapest trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bucharest to Budapest.
Live departures
Bucharest to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bucharest to Budapest buses for today, Saturday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM București, Autogara Militari | 17h00 | 1:30 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM București, Autogara Militari | 15h55 | 1:25 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM București, Autogara Militari | 15h30 | 1:00 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, November 8 | |||||
FlixBus | 5:55 AM București, Autogara Militari | 17h30 | 10:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 AM București, Autogara Militari | 16h35 | 9:30 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 AM București, Autogara Militari | 17h06 | 10:01 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:10 AM București, Autogara Militari | 16h06 | 10:16 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM București, Autogara Militari | 16h30 | 1:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM București, Autogara Militari | 17h00 | 2:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM București, Autogara Militari | 17h20 | 2:20 AM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 16h46 | 4:46 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 16h15 | 4:15 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM București, Autogara Militari | 13h40 | 5:10 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM București, Autogara Militari | 14h16 | 5:46 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM București, Autogara Militari | 14h45 | 6:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 17h01 | 9:01 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM București, Autogara Militari | 15h31 | 9:01 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM București, Autogara Militari | 14h55 | 8:25 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bucharest and Budapest
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- 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.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
FAQs: Bus from Bucharest to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bucharest 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.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bucharest to Budapest
Most Bucharest to Budapest buses use the București, Autogara Militari to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér. Use this guide to compare Bucharest and Budapest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to București, Autogara Militari from Bucharest city centre
Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Getting to București from Bucharest city centre
București bus station facilities and services
București has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several small food stalls available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at București. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at București.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at București: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at București: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Which Budapest station do buses from Bucharest 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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