The cheapest and fastest buses from Trieste to Budapest
Cheapest price
€40
Average price
€56
Fastest journey
7 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 19 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
451 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Trieste to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trieste to Budapest will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
Of the 12 buses that leave Trieste for Budapest on Sat, May 16, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct buses cover the 451 km distance in an average of 8 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 40 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest buses will take 9 h 15 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.
FlixBus11:15 PM7h40Trieste, Autostazione6:55 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€401One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:35 AM9h15Trieste, Autostazione5:50 PMBudapest, Mexikói Út M€441One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:35 AM8h41Trieste, Autostazione5:16 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€441One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus12:40 AM11h00Trieste, Autostazione11:40 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€451One-way1 transfer
FlixBus10:10 AM10h45Trieste, Autostazione8:55 PMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€481One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:15 PM7h40Trieste, Autostazione6:55 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€401One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:30 AM7h50Trieste, Autostazione7:20 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€641One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:30 AM8h10Trieste, Autostazione7:40 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€641One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:35 AM8h41Trieste, Autostazione5:16 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€441One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:35 AM9h15Trieste, Autostazione5:50 PMBudapest, Mexikói Út M€441One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Trieste to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Trieste 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €151.
Distance: 451 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€38 Average price Cheapest | €344 Average price | €127 Average price |
7h 56m Average total duration 7h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 28m Average total duration 9h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Trieste to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Trieste to Budapest buses for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:35 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 9h15 | 5:50 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 8h41 | 5:16 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 10h25 | 8:35 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 10h45 | 8:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 8h10 | 7:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 7h50 | 7:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:50 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 13h20 | 3:10 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 11h45 | 4:50 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:15 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 7h40 | 6:55 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 16 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 11h55 | 12:35 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 11h00 | 11:40 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Trieste to Budapest
Buses from Trieste to Budapest run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 451 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 451 km |
Average bus duration 7h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus from Trieste to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Trieste 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 Trieste to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trieste 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.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Trieste 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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