The cheapest and fastest buses from Rijeka to Budapest
Cheapest price
€52
Average price
€55
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h 37 m
Buses per day
10
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 €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
It's difficult to get from Rijeka to Budapest without transferring at least once.
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Compare train, bus, and flight 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 €25. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 24m. 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 €25, and a flight costs an average of €99.
Distance: 428 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€48 Average price Cheapest | €105 Average price | €243 Average price |
7h 54m Average total duration Fastest 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 55m Average total duration 13h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 43m Average total duration 9h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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, Saturday, December 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 | 6:00 AM Rijeka, Bus Station | 8h25 | 2:25 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 AM Rijeka, Bus Station | 8h00 | 2:00 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 AM Rijeka, Bus Station | 13h10 | 7:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 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 | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 9h40 | 10:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 9h15 | 9:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 10h05 | 5:20 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 9h31 | 4:46 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 9h05 | 4:20 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 12h30 | 10:50 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
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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 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €25 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 6h 40m.
Distance 428 km |
Average bus duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
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 €25. 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Rijeka, Bus Station, which is located around 3 miles (4.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar, located 5.2 miles (8.4 km) away from the city centre.
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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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