The cheapest and fastest buses from Budapest to Zadar
Cheapest price
€55
Average price
€65
Fastest journey
9 h 35 m
Average duration
10 h 1 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
477 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Zadar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Zadar will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
Of the 5 buses that leave Budapest for Zadar on Thu, Dec 18, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 18 the direct buses cover the 477 km distance in an average of 10 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 35 m .
On Thu, Dec 18 the slowest buses will take 10 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 Zadar
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Zadar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a flight costs an average of €34.
Distance: 477 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€57 Average price Cheapest | €274 Average price |
8h 46m Average total duration 8h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Zadar bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Zadar buses for today, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 10h00 | 5:00 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:25 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 9h35 | 5:00 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 10h00 | 9:30 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 9h35 | 9:30 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 11h30 | 4:30 AM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 11h10 | 4:30 AM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 11h05 | 9:30 AM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:59 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 10h31 | 9:30 AM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, December 18 | |||||
![]() | 3:40 AM Budapest | 10h20 | 2:00 PM Zadar | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Zadar
Buses from Budapest to Zadar run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €33 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 477 km distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 477 km |
Average bus duration 8h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus from Budapest to ZadarYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Zadar with FlixBus, Infobus for as low as €33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Budapest to Zadar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Zadar 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 Zadar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás, which is located around 3.3 miles (5.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Zadar, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Budapest to Zadar
- 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
- 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
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria in the station (in the station)
- Bakery in the station (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet in the station (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 4, 5
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