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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Leipzig central station | Könyves Kálmán | Cheapest | |||||
| Leipzig central station | Kelenföld | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Leipzig Hbf | Könyves Kálmán | No tags | |||||
| Leipzig central station | Könyves Kálmán | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Leipzig Hbf | Kelenföld | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Leipzig to Budapest
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 12 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Leipzig and Budapest?
Stops in Leipzig
- A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - B
Hbf
Goethestraße 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - C
Dittrichring 11
Dittrichring 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - D
Brüderstraße
Brüderstraße, 04103 Leipzig, Germany
Stops in Budapest
- B
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary - C
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - D
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary - E
Könyves Kálmán
Könyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937 - F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
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Based on 12800 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £32
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Budapest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Leipzig to Budapest start at £32. The average price for this route is around £59. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Leipzig to Budapest?
The average bus journey time from Leipzig to Budapest is 12h 50m, covering a distance of 650 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Leipzig to Budapest route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leipzig to Budapest?
The earliest bus departs from Leipzig to Budapest at 03:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leipzig to Budapest?
A bus trip from Leipzig to Budapest produces an estimated 16.2312 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Budapest was searched and found on 15 Jun 2026 with a price of £36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leipzig to Budapest as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £36 to £72 for a bus ticket from Leipzig to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £36, which is on 2026-06-15.
What's the cheapest way to go from Leipzig to Budapest?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
