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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Mexikói út | Cheapest | |||||
| Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Kelenföld | Fastest | |||||
| Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Könyves Kálmán | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hamburg Hbf | Könyves Kálmán | No tags | |||||
| Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Könyves Kálmán | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Budapest
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 12 hours and with fares starting at just R 2 174, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Budapest?
Stops in Hamburg
- B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - CHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany - E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany - F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany
Stops in Budapest
- A
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - BBudapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
- CKönyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
- DBudapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
- F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Budapest 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 Hamburg to Budapest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Budapest start at R 879. The average price for this route is around R 1 869. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Hamburg to Budapest?
The average bus journey time from Hamburg to Budapest is 19h 15m, covering a distance of 934 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 50m and is operated by Arda Tur.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Budapest route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Budapest?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Budapest at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Budapest?
A bus trip from Hamburg to Budapest produces an estimated 23 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 Hamburg to Budapest?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Budapest?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Hamburg to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Hamburg to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Arda Tur, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Budapest was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 910To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hamburg to Budapest as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 910 to R 1 998 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 910, which is on 2026-01-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from Hamburg to Budapest?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination