The cheapest and fastest buses from Stuttgart to Budapest
Cheapest price
€46
Average price
€55
Fastest journey
12 h 20 m
Average duration
13 h 15 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
745 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stuttgart to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Budapest will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €46.
Of the 8 buses that leave Stuttgart for Budapest on Wed, Feb 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 745 km distance in an average of 13 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 20 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 14 h 30 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Stuttgart to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 15m. 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 €35, and a flight costs an average of €37.
Distance: 745 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€59 Average price Cheapest | €148 Average price | €175 Average price |
13h 11m Average total duration 12h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 21m Average total duration 9h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Stuttgart to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Budapest buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 16h05 | 10:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 13h45 | 8:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 17h40 | 5:10 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 14h20 | 4:35 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:20 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 12h45 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 12h20 | 5:40 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 13h10 | 6:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 14h50 | 5:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 15h25 | 5:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 14h30 | 4:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stuttgart to Budapest
Buses from Stuttgart to Budapest run on average 20 times per day, taking around 12h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €35 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 745 km distance in 12h 15m.
Distance 745 km |
Average bus duration 12h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 12h 15m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Karat-S from Stuttgart to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Stuttgart to Budapest with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Karat-S for as low as €35. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Stuttgart to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Karat-S
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- Karat-S
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Karat-S
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Karat-S
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Karat-S
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Stuttgart to Budapest
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Local Bakery (in the station)
- Available outside the station for convenient access to the city and surrounding areas.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 122, 806, X3 Train: S2, S3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Express (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Swabian Delights (0.5 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 122, 806, 828 Train: S2, S3
- 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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