The cheapest and fastest buses from Ružomberok to Budapest
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ružomberok to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ružomberok to Budapest will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 1 buses that leave Ružomberok for Budapest on Sun, Dec 21, 1 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 176 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Sun, Dec 21 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Ružomberok to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ružomberok to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 176 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€17 Average price Cheapest | €41 Average price |
4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 17m Average total duration 8h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ružomberok to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ružomberok 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 | 3:45 PM Ružomberok, Autobusová Stanica | 4h10 | 7:55 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM Ružomberok, Autobusová Stanica | 3h50 | 7:35 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM Ružomberok, Autobusová Stanica | 4h25 | 10:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM Ružomberok, Autobusová Stanica | 5h00 | 11:20 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM Ružomberok, Autobusová Stanica | 4h00 | 10:20 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · (Ostrava -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 10:59 PM Ružomberok station | 16h36 | 3:35 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · (Ostrava -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 10:59 PM Ružomberok station | 16h16 | 3:15 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ružomberok to Budapest
Buses from Ružomberok to Budapest run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:30, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 176 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 176 km |
Average bus duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 02:30 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Ružomberok to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Ružomberok to Budapest with FlixBus for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Ružomberok to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ružomberok 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 Ružomberok, Autobusová Stanica, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 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 Ružomberok 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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