4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Budapest
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€121
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€180
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 d 4 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 d 6 h 39 m
Buses on Sep 17
14
Distance
1449 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Budapest will cost around €180 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €121.
It's difficult to get from London to Budapest without transferring at least once.
(London -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest)11:00 AM28h35London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station4:35 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€1211One-way1 transfer- (London -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest)11:00 AM28h15London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station4:15 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€1211One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus8:30 AM35h20London, Victoria Coach Station8:50 PMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€1531One-way2 transfers- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus8:30 PM37h45London, Victoria Coach Station11:15 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€1561One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:30 PM31h40London, Victoria Coach Station6:10 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€1601One-way1 transfer
- (London -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest)11:00 AM28h15London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station4:15 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€1211One-way1 transfer
- (London -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest)11:00 AM28h35London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station4:35 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€1211One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:30 PM31h40London, Victoria Coach Station6:10 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€1601One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:30 PM31h55London, Victoria Coach Station6:25 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€1601One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus8:30 AM32h50London, Victoria Coach Station6:20 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€2161One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for London to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of €82 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.4 - 3.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €82, while a bus costs an average of €147.
Distance: 1449 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€147 Average price | €82 Average price Cheapest | €61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
29h 39m Average total duration 29h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 18h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.4 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.3 - 8.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Budapest:
A flight is €65 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Budapest costing on average €147.
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Bus takes on average 29h 9m.
Live departures
London to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Budapest 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 37h45 | 11:15 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 34h35 | 9:05 AM Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 31h40 | 6:10 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 34h10 | 8:40 AM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 31h55 | 6:25 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 43h30 | 6:00 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 45h50 | 8:50 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 44h50 | 5:50 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 33h10 | 6:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 44h35 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 32h50 | 6:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 35h20 | 8:50 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
| (London -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 11:00 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 28h15 | 4:15 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| (London -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 11:00 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 28h35 | 4:35 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Budapest
United Kingdom
Hungary
Buses from London to Budapest run on average 11 times per day, taking around 29h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €76 but you can travel from only €27 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 1449 km distance in 28h 35m.
Distance 1449 km |
Average bus duration 29h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €76 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 28h 35m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from London to BudapestYou can travel by bus between London to Budapest with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Budapest
Most London to Budapest buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. Use this guide to compare London and Budapest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which London station do buses to Budapest leave from?
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station from London city centre
Getting to London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 bus station facilities and services
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
Which Budapest station do buses from London 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, 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.
Getting to Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér from Budapest city centre
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