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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Salzburg to Budapest
Cheapest price
€48
Average price
€53
Fastest journey
6 h 41 m
Average duration
7 h 37 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
450 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salzburg to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Budapest will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
Of the 4 buses that leave Salzburg for Budapest on Tue, Nov 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 11 the direct buses cover the 450 km distance in an average of 7 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 41 m .
On Tue, Nov 11 the slowest buses will take 9 h 10 m 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Salzburg to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 8m. 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 €32, and a flight costs an average of €372.
Distance: 450 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€54 Average price Cheapest | €104 Average price | €468 Average price |
7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration Fastest 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 18m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Budapest buses for today, Monday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 8:35 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 7h30 | 4:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:59 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 6h41 | 5:40 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:59 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 7h31 | 6:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:59 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 7h06 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 11 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 9h10 | 9:10 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Bus from Salzburg to Budapest
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Buses from Salzburg to Budapest run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €32 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 450 km distance in 6h 41m.
Distance 450 km |
Average bus duration 6h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 41m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Salzburg to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Salzburg to Budapest with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €32. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Salzburg to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg 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 Salzburg, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Salzburg, P+R Süd, Salzburg, Lastenstrasse / Weiserhofstraße and Salzburg, Rainerstraße (Austria Trend Hotel Europa). When arriving in Budapest, you can end your route in coach stations like Budapest, Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Terminal 2), Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér and Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Salzburg, P+R Süd, which is located around 3 miles (4.9 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 Salzburg to Budapest
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Süd (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 3, 8, 28
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket 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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