How much is the bus ticket from Budapest to Rome?

The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Rome start at R 948. The average price for this route is around R 1 911. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Budapest to Rome?

The average bus journey time from Budapest to Rome is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 818 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 18h 25m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Budapest to Rome route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , RegioJet .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Budapest to Rome?

The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Rome at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Rome?

A bus trip from Budapest to Rome produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Budapest to Rome?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1058 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Rome?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Budapest to Rome?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Budapest to Rome?

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

Bus Budapest to Rome from R 930 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Budapest to Rome on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:00	Könyves Kálmán	19h 5m	18:05	Rome Anagnina	Cheapest
Bus	23:00	Könyves Kálmán	18h 25m	17:25	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	19:00	Könyves Kálmán	1d	19:05	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	23:59	Könyves Kálmán	1d 4h	04:00	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	15:35	Kelenföld	1d 3h	19:05	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Rome on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:00	Könyves Kálmán	19h 5m	18:05	Rome Anagnina	Cheapest
Bus	23:00	Könyves Kálmán	18h 25m	17:25	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	09:25	Könyves Kálmán	1d 3h	12:55	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	19:00	Könyves Kálmán	1d	19:05	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	23:59	Könyves Kálmán	1d 4h	04:00	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Rome on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:30	Könyves Kálmán	18h 35m	14:05	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:00	Könyves Kálmán	18h 25m	17:25	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	09:25	Könyves Kálmán	1d 3h	12:55	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	19:30	Könyves Kálmán	23h 35m	19:05	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	09:45	Kelenföld	1d 3h	12:55	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:43 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Budapest to Rome

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Rome. The journey takes about 12 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 252, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

12h 20mAverage duration

810 kmDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 948 - R 5 422	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 252 - R 1 252	Average duration12h 20m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Rome?

Stops in Budapest

A
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
B
Budapest Airport
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C
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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D
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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E
Könyves Kálmán
Könyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
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F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary

Stops in Rome

A
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Largo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
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B
Rome Ciampino Airport
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C
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Visit page
D
Castro Pretorio
Viale Castro Pretorio 76, 00185 Roma, Italy
E
Roma
F
Anagnina
Via Vincenzo Giudice, 00173 Roma RM, Italy

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 639 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

RegioJet

4/51 061 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Budapest to Rome by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Budapest to Rome?
The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Rome start at R 948. The average price for this route is around R 1 911. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Budapest to Rome?
The average bus journey time from Budapest to Rome is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 818 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 18h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Budapest to Rome route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Budapest to Rome?
The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Rome at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Rome?
A bus trip from Budapest to Rome produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Budapest to Rome?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1058 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Rome?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Budapest to Rome?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Budapest to Rome?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

16/12

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17/12

R 1 595

Today

R 1 908

19/12

R 2 175

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21/12

R 1 739

22/12

R 2 146

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The cheapest trip from Budapest to Rome was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 595

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 595 to R 4 662 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Rome based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 739, which is on 2025-12-21.