The cheapest and fastest buses from Prešov to Budapest
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Prešov to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prešov to Budapest will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
Of the 11 buses that leave Prešov for Budapest on Sun, Dec 21, 11 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 233 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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 Prešov to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Prešov to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €181.
Distance: 233 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€23 Average price Cheapest | €558 Average price | €44 Average price |
4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 2m Average total duration 16h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 25m Average total duration 16h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Prešov to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Prešov 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:55 PM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 3h55 | 5:50 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:55 PM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 4h21 | 6:16 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 PM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 4h05 | 12:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 12:55 AM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 4h05 | 5:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:55 AM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 3h40 | 4:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 3h35 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 4h01 | 6:31 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 AM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 4h16 | 9:46 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 AM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 3h45 | 9:15 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 4h00 | 11:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 3h35 | 11:05 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Prešov to Budapest
Buses from Prešov to Budapest run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 233 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 233 km |
Average bus duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Prešov to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Prešov to Budapest with FlixBus for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Prešov to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prešov 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 Prešov, Autobusová Stanica, which is located around 2.3 miles (3.7 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 Prešov to Budapest
- 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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