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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Budapest to Banská Bystrica
- Cheapest price on Nov 03
- €14
- Average ticket price on Nov 03
- €22
- Fastest journey on Nov 03
- 2 h 40 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 03
- 5 h 39 m
- Buses on Nov 03
- 6
- Distance
- 138 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Banská Bystrica is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Banská Bystrica will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 6 buses from Budapest to Banská Bystrica, including 4 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 138 km distance in an average of 5 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 16 h 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.
FlixBus9:15 AM 2h55 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar 12:10 PM Banská Bystrica €14 1 One-way 0 transfers- FlixBus
8:30 AM 3h40 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér 12:10 PM Banská Bystrica €14 1 One-way 0 transfers - FlixBus
11:15 PM 3h00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar 2:15 AM Banská Bystrica €16 1 One-way 0 transfers - FlixBus
11:35 PM 2h40 Budapest, Mexikói Út M 2:15 AM Banská Bystrica €16 1 One-way 0 transfers 
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Olomouc) · (Vrútky -> Zvolen) · RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice)10:50 PM 16h20 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar 3:10 PM Banská Bystrica, Autobusová Stanica €36 1 One-way 3 transfers
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11:35 PM 2h40 Budapest, Mexikói Út M 2:15 AM Banská Bystrica €16 1 One-way 0 transfers - FlixBus
9:15 AM 2h55 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar 12:10 PM Banská Bystrica €14 1 One-way 0 transfers - FlixBus
11:15 PM 3h00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar 2:15 AM Banská Bystrica €16 1 One-way 0 transfers - FlixBus
8:30 AM 3h40 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér 12:10 PM Banská Bystrica €14 1 One-way 0 transfers - (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Olomouc) · RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) · (Vrútky -> Zvolen)
11:10 PM 16h00 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás 3:10 PM Banská Bystrica, Autobusová Stanica €36 1 One-way 3 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Banská Bystrica
Hungary
Slovakia
Buses from Budapest to Banská Bystrica run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:30, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 138 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 138 km |
Average bus duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 2:30 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Budapest to Banská Bystrica trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Budapest to Banská Bystrica.
Live departures
Budapest to Banská Bystrica bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Banská Bystrica buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Olomouc) · RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) · (Vrútky -> Zvolen) | 10:50 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 16h20 | 3:10 PM Banská Bystrica, Autobusová Stanica | 3 transfers | |
| (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Olomouc) · RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) · (Vrútky -> Zvolen) | 11:10 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 16h00 | 3:10 PM Banská Bystrica, Autobusová Stanica | 3 transfers | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h00 | 2:15 AM Banská Bystrica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2h40 | 2:15 AM Banská Bystrica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 3 | |||||
| FlixBus | 8:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h40 | 12:10 PM Banská Bystrica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2h55 | 12:10 PM Banská Bystrica | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Budapest and Banská Bystrica
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
FAQs: Bus from Budapest to Banská Bystrica
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Banská Bystrica 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 Banská Bystrica, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Budapest to Banská Bystrica
Most Budapest to Banská Bystrica buses use the Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to station pair. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Banská Bystrica bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do buses to Banská Bystrica leave from?
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, Mexikói Út M from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Mexikói Út M is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Mexikói Út M bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Mexikói Út M 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 Budapest, Mexikói Út M. ATMs are available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M: Station is accessible for wheelchair users.
Getting to Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér from Budapest city centre
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