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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Budapest to Salzburg
Cheapest price
€73
Average price
€73
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 2 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
450 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Salzburg will cost around €73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €73.
Of the 3 buses that leave Budapest for Salzburg on Fri, Nov 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct buses cover the 450 km distance in an average of 7 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest buses will take 7 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a flight costs an average of €142.
Distance: 450 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€51 Average price Cheapest | €100 Average price | €567 Average price |
7h 27m Average total duration 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration Fastest 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 2m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Salzburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Salzburg buses for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 6:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h35 | 2:05 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 7h30 | 5:00 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 6h55 | 5:00 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 6h40 | 5:00 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 28 | |||||
| 2:15 AM Budapest | 7h40 | 9:55 AM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Budapest to Salzburg
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Buses from Budapest to Salzburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €32 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:07, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 450 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 450 km |
Average bus duration 6h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 00:07 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Budapest to SalzburgYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Salzburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €32. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Budapest to Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Salzburg 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 Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Budapest, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Budapest, Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Terminal 2), Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér and Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás. When arriving in Salzburg, you can end your route in coach stations like Salzburg, Lastenstrasse / Weiserhofstraße, Salzburg, Rainerstraße (Austria Trend Hotel Europa) and Salzburg, P+R Süd.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Budapest, Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Terminal 2), which is located around 11.3 miles (18.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Salzburg, Lastenstrasse / Weiserhofstraße, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Budapest to Salzburg
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Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
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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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Süd (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 3, 8, 28
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