4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Budapest
Cheapest price
€70
Average price
€73
Fastest journey
18 h
Average duration
18 h 45 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
956 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Budapest will cost around €73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €70.
Of the 13 buses that leave Cologne for Budapest on Wed, Nov 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct buses cover the 956 km distance in an average of 18 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest buses will take 19 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, and a flight costs an average of €42.
Distance: 956 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€82 Average price Cheapest | €162 Average price | €267 Average price |
18h 10m Average total duration 17h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 29m Average total duration 10h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Budapest buses for today, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 21h25 | 4:35 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
 FlixTrain+FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:16 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 22h09 | 5:25 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:16 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 21h54 | 5:10 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 19h35 | 5:10 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 19h50 | 5:25 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 20h10 | 6:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 19h45 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 19h20 | 5:40 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 2:50 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 17h15 | 8:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 18h25 | 9:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 20h45 | 11:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
 (Amsterdam -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 6:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 20h55 | 3:35 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| (Amsterdam -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 6:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 20h35 | 3:15 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 21h45 | 5:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 18h35 | 5:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 18h15 | 4:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Bus from Cologne to Budapest
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Buses from Cologne to Budapest run on average 21 times per day, taking around 17h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €48 but you can travel from only €42 by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 956 km distance in 15h 20m.
Distance 956 km |
Average bus duration 17h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 15h 20m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Karat-S from Cologne to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Budapest with FlixBus, Karat-S for as low as €42. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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.
When departing from Cologne, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle) and Köln, ZOB. When arriving in Budapest, you can end your journey in coach stations like Budapest, Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Terminal 2), Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér and Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle), which is located around 3.2 miles (5.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Budapest, Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Terminal 2), located 11.3 miles (18.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne to Budapest
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
WifiParking
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket 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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