Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Budapest on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RegioJet + RegioJet
Frankfurt - Main bus station
KelenföldCheapest
Flixbus
Frankfurt Hbf
Könyves KálmánFastest
Flixbus
Frankfurt Hbf
Könyves KálmánNo tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Südbahnhof
    T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)No tags
    Citylines
      Frankfurt - Main bus station
      NépligetNo tags

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      Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 9 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $116, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1carpool per day
      9h 50mAverage Duration
      812 kmDistance
      34kgCO₂ emissions
      Average Price$65 - $218Average Duration17h 30m
      21kg CO₂e
      Average Price$69 - $293Average Duration10h 11m
      20kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      Average Price$116 - $158Average Duration9h 50m
      34kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest by bus

      Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest start from $65. The average price for this route is around $104. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus ride from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

        The average bus travel time from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest is 17h 30m, covering a distance of 822 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Budapest route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, Karat-S, RegioJet, KLR Bus.

      4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

        The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

        A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. What is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company KLR Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.

      8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

      Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

      Best price found
      11-28
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      11-29
      $72
      Today
      $111
      12-01
      $92
      12-02
      $69
      12-03
      $161
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      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $69

      To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest, as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from $69 to $232 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $69 which is on 2025-12-02.

      Usually Infobus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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