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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h
Buses per day
19
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 19 buses that leave Cluj-Napoca for Budapest on Tue, Aug 04, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 354 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 7 h 15 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.
FlixBus7:05 PM7h25Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca)1:30 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€301One-way0 transfers- FlixBus2:25 PM8h05Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca)9:30 PMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€321One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:05 PM7h55Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca)2:00 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€331One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:05 PM8h15Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca)2:20 AMBudapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út)€331One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:15 AM6h50Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca)5:05 PMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€351One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:10 AM6h50Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca)1:00 PMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€361One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:15 AM6h50Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca)5:05 PMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€351One-way0 transfers
12:10 AM7h00Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest6:10 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€551One-way0 transfers- FlixBus10:10 PM7h05Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca)4:15 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€401One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:15 AM7h15Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca)5:30 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cluj-Napoca to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €155.
Distance: 354 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€33 Average price | €305 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cluj-Napoca to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cluj-Napoca to Budapest buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| FlixBus | 11:15 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 6h50 | 5:05 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 7h15 | 5:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 9h30 | 7:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 1:30 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 7h45 | 8:15 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:30 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 8h15 | 8:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:05 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 7h55 | 2:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:05 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 7h25 | 1:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:05 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 8h15 | 2:20 AM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 7h36 | 4:46 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 7h05 | 4:15 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:10 AM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest | 7h00 | 6:10 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:10 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 7h15 | 1:25 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:10 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 6h50 | 1:00 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 11h05 | 5:35 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 12h10 | 6:40 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 11h31 | 6:01 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest
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Buses from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 354 km distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 354 km |
Average bus duration 7h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
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Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, President Tour from Cluj-Napoca to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Cluj-Napoca to Budapest with FlixBus, Infobus, President Tour for as low as €21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest 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 Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest
Most Cluj-Napoca to Budapest buses use the Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér. Use this guide to compare Cluj-Napoca and Budapest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany from Cluj-Napoca city centre
Getting to Cluj-Napoca, Strada Traian Vuia (Aeroport Nord) from Cluj-Napoca city centre
Getting to Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest from Cluj-Napoca city centre
Which Budapest station do buses from Cluj-Napoca arrive at?
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, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér from Budapest city centre
Getting to Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station), Bistro Budapest (0.5 km), Café Central (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Elevators, ramps.
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