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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 39 m
Buses per day
4
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 €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 4 buses that leave Cluj-Napoca for Budapest on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 354 km distance in an average of 10 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 19 h 51 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 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 10m. 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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€38 Average price | €315 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
8h 14m Average total duration 7h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 44m Average total duration 10h 14m 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, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| FlixBus | 12:45 PM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 8h16 | 9:01 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 PM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 8h40 | 9:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 PM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 7h45 | 8:30 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 PM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 7h15 | 3:15 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 PM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 7h46 | 3:46 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:50 AM Cluj-Napoca | 7h15 | 3:05 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest
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Buses from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 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 55m.
Distance 354 km |
Average bus duration 7h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:15 |
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 €22. 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany, which is located around 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, located 11.3 miles (18.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
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
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