The cheapest and fastest buses from Nuremberg to Budapest
Cheapest price
€47
Average price
€49
Fastest journey
9 h 50 m
Average duration
11 h 57 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
626 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nuremberg to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Budapest will cost around €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
Of the 16 buses that leave Nuremberg 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 626 km distance in an average of 11 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 50 m .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest buses will take 12 h 40 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 Nuremberg to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a flight costs an average of €27.
Distance: 626 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€57 Average price Cheapest | €136 Average price | €227 Average price |
11h 51m Average total duration 11h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Nuremberg to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg 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 |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 12h25 | 7:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 12h55 | 8:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 12h40 | 8:30 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:35 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 15h55 | 6:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:35 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 14h00 | 4:35 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 12h40 | 5:25 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 12h25 | 5:10 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 10h30 | 8:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 11h40 | 9:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 14h00 | 11:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
(Amsterdam -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 12:10 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 15h05 | 3:15 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
(Amsterdam -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 12:10 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 15h25 | 3:35 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 13h10 | 4:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 13h30 | 5:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 13h00 | 5:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 12h15 | 5:00 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 12h35 | 5:20 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 13h35 | 7:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 13h20 | 6:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nuremberg to Budapest
Buses from Nuremberg to Budapest run on average 22 times per day, taking around 11h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €27 by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 626 km distance in 9h 50m.
Distance 626 km |
Average bus duration 11h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 50m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, ArdaTur from Nuremberg to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Nuremberg to Budapest with FlixBus, Infobus, ArdaTur 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 Nuremberg to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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 Nürnberg, ZOB, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 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 Nuremberg to Budapest
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bakery (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 36, 46, 47 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2
- 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
- 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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