How much is the bus ticket from Rotterdam to Budapest?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rotterdam to Budapest start at R 1 270. The average price for this route is around R 2 437. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Rotterdam to Budapest?

The average bus journey time from Rotterdam to Budapest is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1171 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Rotterdam to Budapest route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , RegioJet .

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

The earliest bus departs from Rotterdam to Budapest at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

A bus trip from Rotterdam to Budapest produces an estimated 29 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 Rotterdam to Budapest?

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 1066 reviews.

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

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 Rotterdam to Budapest?

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 Rotterdam to Budapest?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet , with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bus Rotterdam to Budapest from R 1 206 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rotterdam to Budapest on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:10	Rotterdam CS	1d 5h	15:35	Budapest Airport (BUD)	Cheapest
Bus	08:55	Rotterdam CS	20h 15m	05:10	Könyves Kálmán	Fastest
Bus	05:20	Rotterdam CS	1d 2h	07:30	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
Bus	00:05	Rotterdam Zuidplein	1d 7h	07:30	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
Bus	13:10	Rotterdam Zuidplein	1d 5h	18:45	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Rotterdam to Budapest

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 270, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day

1d 3hAverage duration

1171 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 270 - R 5 023	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 742 - R 2 742	Average duration15h 58m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rotterdam and Budapest?

Stops in Rotterdam

A
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum
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B
Busstation Rotterdam Centraal
Conradstraat 9, 3013 AN Stadscentrum, Netherlands
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C
Weena - Rotterdam
Karel Doormanstraat 8, 3012 GJ Rotterdam, Netherlands
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D
Willemsplein 0 - Rotterdam
Willemsplein 1-14, 3016 DR Rotterdam, Netherlands
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E
Rosestraat 1101
Rosestraat 1101, 3071 AL Rotterdam, Netherlands
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F
Weena
Weena 679, 3013 AM Rotterdam, Netherlands
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Stops in Budapest

A
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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B
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
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C
Budapest Airport
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D
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 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
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 985 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 363 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

RegioJet

4/51 066 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

HU bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Budapest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rotterdam to Budapest start at R 1 270. The average price for this route is around R 2 437. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rotterdam to Budapest?
The average bus journey time from Rotterdam to Budapest is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1171 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Rotterdam to Budapest route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rotterdam to Budapest?
The earliest bus departs from Rotterdam to Budapest at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rotterdam to Budapest?
A bus trip from Rotterdam to Budapest produces an estimated 29 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 Rotterdam to Budapest?
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 1066 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rotterdam to Budapest?
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 Rotterdam to Budapest?
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 Rotterdam to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Rotterdam to Budapest was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 206

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 206 to R 1 277 for a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 206, which is on 2026-01-12.