Bus from Essen to Budapest: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Budapest on 15 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
KelenföldNo tags
FlixBusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Budapest Airport (BUD)No tags
FlixBusBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Könyves KálmánNo tags
BlaBlaCar BusBus
Essen
NépligetNo tags
BlaBlaCar BusBus
Essen
KelenföldNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Budapest

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 17 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just £77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
17h 16mAverage duration
604 milesDistance
23kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£66 - £107Average duration20h 55m
24kg CO₂e
Average price£77 - £86Average duration17h 16m
23kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Essen to Budapest

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Budapest?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Essen to Budapest start from £66. The average price for this route is around £70. 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 journey from Essen to Budapest?

    The average bus journey time from Essen to Budapest is 20h 55m, covering a distance of 606 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 19h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Essen to Budapest route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Budapest?

    The earliest bus departs from Essen to Budapest at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Budapest?

    A bus journey from Essen to Budapest produces an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Essen to Budapest?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11405 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Budapest?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Essen to Budapest?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Budapest?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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