The cheapest and fastest buses from Budapest to Zakopane
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€35
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€40
Fastest journey on Sep 17
6 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
7 h 31 m
Buses on Sep 17
7
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Zakopane is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Zakopane will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 7 buses from Budapest to Zakopane, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 211 km distance in an average of 7 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 8 h 20 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.
FlixBus7:45 AM6h50Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar2:35 PMZakopane€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:05 AM6h30Budapest, Mexikói Út M2:35 PMZakopane€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus11:15 PM8h40Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar7:55 AMZakopane€371One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:35 PM8h20Budapest, Mexikói Út M7:55 AMZakopane€371One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:59 PM9h01Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar9:00 AMZakopane€381One-way1 transfer
FlixBus8:05 AM6h30Budapest, Mexikói Út M2:35 PMZakopane€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:45 AM6h50Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar2:35 PMZakopane€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus2:10 PM7h45Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér9:55 PMZakopane€481One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus1:45 PM8h10Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar9:55 PMZakopane€461One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:35 PM8h20Budapest, Mexikói Út M7:55 AMZakopane€371One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Budapest to Zakopane
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Zakopane among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €38 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 7h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €38, while a bus costs an average of €39.
Distance: 211 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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€39 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest | €75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 58m Average total duration Fastest 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 41m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Zakopane:
A train is €0.74 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Budapest to Zakopane costing on average €39.
Other travel options to Zakopane take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 11m.
Live departures
Budapest to Zakopane bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Zakopane buses for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h01 | 9:00 AM Zakopane | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 6h50 | 2:35 PM Zakopane | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 6h30 | 2:35 PM Zakopane | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h10 | 9:55 PM Zakopane | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 7h45 | 9:55 PM Zakopane | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h40 | 7:55 AM Zakopane | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 8h20 | 7:55 AM Zakopane | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Zakopane
Buses from Budapest to Zakopane run on average 16 times per day, taking around 7h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €23 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 211 km distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 211 km |
Average bus duration 7h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Budapest to ZakopaneYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Zakopane with FlixBus for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Budapest to Zakopane
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Zakopane 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 Zakopane, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Budapest to Zakopane
Most Budapest to Zakopane buses use the Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Zakopane, Dworzec PKS station pair. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Zakopane bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do buses to Zakopane 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
Which Zakopane station do buses from Budapest arrive at?
Getting to Zakopane, Dworzec PKS from Zakopane city centre
Zakopane, Dworzec PKS is 1 km from Zakopane city centre. Public transport options include:
Zakopane, Dworzec PKS bus station facilities and services
Zakopane, Dworzec PKS 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 eateries nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Zakopane, Dworzec PKS. ATMs are aTM located inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zakopane, Dworzec PKS.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zakopane, Dworzec PKS: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zakopane, Dworzec PKS: The station is wheelchair accessible.
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