4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Budapest to Athens
Cheapest price
€194
Average price
€194
Fastest journey
2 d 11 h 35 m
Average duration
2 d 11 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1124 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Athens will cost around €194 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €194.
Of the 1 buses that leave Budapest for Athens on Mon, Nov 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 17 the direct buses cover the 1124 km distance in an average of 2 d 11 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 d 11 h 35 m .
On Mon, Nov 17 the slowest buses will take 2 d 11 h 35 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Budapest to Athens
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €34, and a bus costs an average of €90.
Distance: 1124 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€143 Average price | €114 Average price Cheapest |
24h 41m Average total duration 24h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.1 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.4 - 6.7kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Athens bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Athens buses for today, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6186214 | 10:00 AM Budapest | 24h15 | 10:15 AM Athens (Αθήνα) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Athens
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Buses from Budapest to Athens run on average 2 times per day, taking around 24h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €90 but you can travel from only €34 by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:40, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 1124 km distance in 23h 30m.
Distance 1124 km |
Average bus duration 24h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €90 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 23h 30m |
First bus 05:40 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Infobus, Korona Travel, Siamos Tours, Travel Patrikalos from Budapest to AthensYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Athens with Infobus, Korona Travel, Siamos Tours, Travel Patrikalos for as low as €34. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Budapest to Athens
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Budapest to Athens
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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