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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Zakopane to Budapest
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 48 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zakopane to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zakopane to Budapest will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
Of the 9 buses that leave Zakopane for Budapest on Sat, Jun 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct buses cover the 211 km distance in an average of 7 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest buses will take 8 h 45 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus9:20 PM8h40Zakopane6:00 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€331One-way1 transfer- FlixBus · FlixBus9:20 PM8h45Zakopane6:05 AMBudapest, Mexikói Út M€341One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:20 PM8h15Zakopane5:35 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€361One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:15 AM9h20Zakopane8:35 PMBudapest, Mexikói Út M€371One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus1:15 PM11h35Zakopane12:50 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€381One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus2:20 PM6h30Zakopane8:50 PMBudapest, Mexikói Út M€421One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus2:20 PM6h50Zakopane9:10 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€421One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:20 PM8h15Zakopane5:35 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€361One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:20 PM8h40Zakopane6:00 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€331One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:20 PM8h45Zakopane6:05 AMBudapest, Mexikói Út M€341One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Zakopane to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zakopane to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 211 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€33 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price |
8h 3m Average total duration Fastest 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zakopane to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zakopane to Budapest buses for today, Friday, June 5. 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 | 9:20 PM Zakopane | 8h40 | 6:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Zakopane | 8h15 | 5:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Zakopane | 8h45 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 6 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 AM Zakopane | 10h25 | 6:50 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
| (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) · RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) | 9:53 AM Zakopane | 20h12 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Zakopane | 9h20 | 8:35 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Zakopane | 11h35 | 12:50 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 2:20 PM Zakopane | 6h30 | 8:50 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:20 PM Zakopane | 6h50 | 9:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zakopane to Budapest
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Buses from Zakopane to Budapest run on average 15 times per day, taking around 7h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €22 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 211 km distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 211 km |
Average bus duration 7h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Koleje Małopolskie from Zakopane to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Zakopane to Budapest with FlixBus, Koleje Małopolskie 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 Zakopane to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zakopane 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Zakopane to Budapest
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Parking
Dining
ATM
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Accessibility
WC
Ticket 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
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