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Bratislava - Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy
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Budapest - Könyves Kálmán
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Budapest - Kelenföld
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Bratislava - Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy
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Bratislava - Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy
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Bus Bratislava to Budapest: Trip Overview

Bus Bratislava to Budapest: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$21
Average bus trip duration3h 20m
Number of daily buses46
Earliest bus departure12:04 AM
Distance109 miles (175 km)
Latest bus departure11:50 PM

Bratislava to Budapest Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures46
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:04AM - 11:50PM
Minimum Price$9
Average Ticket Price$21
Minimum Trip Duration2h10m
Average Bus Trip Duration3h20m
Distance109 miles (175 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, RegioJet, BlaBlaBus, IC Bus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Bratislava - Budapest

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Budapest without a car. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

Traveling from Bratislava to Budapest takes around 3h 20m on average, although the fastest bus will take 2h 10m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 101 miles (162 km) that separate the two cities.

Bratislava and Budapest are 101 miles (162 km) apart.

About 46 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus, RegioJet and BlaBlaBus. The number of buses operating from Bratislava to Budapest may change based on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Bratislava to Budapest by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates from 12:04 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:50 PM for the final departure.

The majority of buses traveling from Bratislava to Budapest start their journey at Most SNP and wind up at Népliget. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $12.

The bus ticket costs $21 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $12 and $76, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Yes, a day trip from Bratislava to Budapest is definitely doable. The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Bratislava and Budapest is about 4h 20m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in Budapest before returning to Bratislava in the evening.

Once in Budapest, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Széchenyi Baths, Heroes' Square, Gellért Thermal Baths, Buda Castle District and St. Stephen's Basilica.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
03/27
$11
03/28
$18
Today
$23
03/30
No data
03/31
$12
04/01
$14
04/02
$12
04/03
$9
The cheapest trip from Bratislava to Budapest was searched and found on Apr 3, 2024 with a price of $9

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

You can expect to pay from $9 to $74 for a bus ticket from Bratislava to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2024-04-03.

Usually Flixbus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Bratislava to Budapest but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Bratislava to Budapest, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bratislava to Budapest will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Bratislava to Budapest.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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