The cheapest and fastest buses from Rijeka to Budapest
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h 13 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
428 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rijeka to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rijeka to Budapest will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
It's difficult to get from Rijeka to Budapest without transferring at least once.
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Compare train and bus for Rijeka to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rijeka to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a train costs an average of €50.
Distance: 428 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€39 Average price Cheapest | €132 Average price |
7h 48m Average total duration Fastest 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 55m Average total duration 13h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rijeka to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rijeka to Budapest buses for today, Friday, March 20. 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 | 12:30 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 9h15 | 9:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 9h40 | 10:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 10h35 | 4:50 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 10h00 | 4:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 9h35 | 3:50 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 AM Rijeka, Bus Station | 8h00 | 2:00 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 AM Rijeka, Bus Station | 8h25 | 2:25 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Rijeka, Bus Station | 7h50 | 5:05 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Rijeka, Bus Station | 8h15 | 5:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Infobus to find the best option for your trip from Rijeka to Budapest.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Rijeka to Budapest.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rijeka to Budapest
Buses from Rijeka to Budapest run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 428 km distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 428 km |
Average bus duration 7h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus from Rijeka to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Rijeka to Budapest with FlixBus, Infobus for as low as €26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rijeka to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rijeka 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.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Rijeka to Budapest
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Bakery (in the station)
- Fast-food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 3, 7, 8, 18 Train: Rijeka Train Station
- 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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