The cheapest and fastest buses from Zagreb to Budapest
Cheapest price
€37
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zagreb to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Budapest will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
Of the 7 buses that leave Zagreb for Budapest on Wed, Nov 19, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct buses cover the 299 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest buses will take 5 h 21 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 Zagreb to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €133.
Distance: 299 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€37 Average price Cheapest | €78 Average price | €318 Average price |
5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Zagreb to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Budapest buses for today, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 12h15 | 5:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 12h10 | 7:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:45 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 4h40 | 2:25 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 4h15 | 2:00 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 4h30 | 5:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 4h05 | 5:05 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 13h30 | 6:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zagreb to Budapest
Buses from Zagreb to Budapest run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 299 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 299 km |
Average bus duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Nomago, Infobus from Zagreb to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Zagreb to Budapest with FlixBus, Nomago, Infobus for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Zagreb to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb 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 Zagreb, Bus Station, which is located around 2 miles (3.2 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 Zagreb to Budapest
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Zagreb (in the station)
- Bakery Delight (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 7, 8 Tram: 2, 6
- 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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