4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Budapest
Cheapest price
€104
Average price
€136
Fastest journey
18 h 35 m
Average duration
20 h 29 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
810 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Budapest will cost around €136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €104.
It's difficult to get from Rome to Budapest without transferring at least once.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for Rome to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €51, and a train costs an average of €203.
Distance: 810 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€101 Average price Cheapest | €140 Average price | €205 Average price |
20h 21m Average total duration 19h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 2m Average total duration 16h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 2.4 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rome to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Budapest buses for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 21h25 | 5:55 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
 (Rome -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 12:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 27h35 | 3:35 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| (Rome -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 12:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 27h15 | 3:15 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 25h35 | 1:40 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 25h25 | 1:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 25h55 | 2:00 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 21h35 | 1:40 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 21h55 | 2:00 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 21h25 | 1:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 26h15 | 6:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 24h55 | 5:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 20h35 | 6:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 20h15 | 6:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 29h21 | 4:11 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Budapest
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Buses from Rome to Budapest run on average 24 times per day, taking around 19h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €51 but you can travel from only €29 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 810 km distance in 18h 35m.
Distance 810 km |
Average bus duration 19h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €51 |
Buses per day 24 |
Fastest bus 18h 35m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Rome to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Rome to Budapest with FlixBus for as low as €29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rome to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.
When departing from Rome, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Rome, Termini (G), Rome, Roma Ostiense and Rome, Termini. When arriving in Budapest, you can end your trip in coach stations like Budapest, Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Terminal 2), Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér and Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Rome, Termini (G), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 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 Rome to Budapest
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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