The cheapest and fastest buses from Prešov to Budapest
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Buses per day
9
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 €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 9 buses that leave Prešov for Budapest on Tue, May 05, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 05 the direct buses cover the 233 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Tue, May 05 the slowest buses will take 4 h 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.
FlixBus9:25 PM4h05Prešov, Autobusová Stanica1:30 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€251One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:55 PM3h55Prešov, Autobusová Stanica6:50 PMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€261One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:55 PM4h21Prešov, Autobusová Stanica7:16 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€261One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:30 AM4h16Prešov, Autobusová Stanica10:46 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€271One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:30 AM3h35Prešov, Autobusová Stanica12:05 PMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€271One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:30 AM3h35Prešov, Autobusová Stanica12:05 PMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€271One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:55 AM3h40Prešov, Autobusová Stanica5:35 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€281One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:30 AM3h45Prešov, Autobusová Stanica10:15 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€271One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:55 PM3h55Prešov, Autobusová Stanica6:50 PMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€261One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:30 AM4h00Prešov, Autobusová Stanica12:30 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train 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 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €190.
Distance: 233 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€22 Average price Cheapest | €367 Average price | €41 Average price |
4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 52m Average total duration 12h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 12m Average total duration 16h 42m 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, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 9:25 PM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 4h05 | 1:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, May 5 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:55 AM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 4h05 | 6:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:55 AM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 3h40 | 5:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 4h16 | 10:46 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 3h45 | 10:15 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 4h00 | 12:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 3h35 | 12:05 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:55 PM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 3h55 | 6:50 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:55 PM Prešov, Autobusová Stanica | 4h21 | 7:16 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Prešov to Budapest
Buses from Prešov to Budapest run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 233 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 233 km |
Average bus duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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 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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