How much is the bus ticket from Bratislava to Budapest?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bratislava to Budapest start from $12. The average price for this route is around $26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Bratislava to Budapest?

The average bus trip duration from Bratislava to Budapest is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 103 miles (165 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Bratislava to Budapest route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 55 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , RegioJet , AMI-TOUR , Express Busline , Infobus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Bratislava to Budapest at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Bratislava to Budapest generates an estimated 4.11555 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bratislava to Budapest?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Express Busline , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bratislava 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 has the most timely service from Bratislava to Budapest?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Infobus , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Express Busline , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bratislava to Budapest from $10 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Bratislava to Budapest on May 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:10pm	Petržalka Einsteinova	2h 45m	8:55pm	Budapest Airport (BUD)	Cheapest
3:40pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 20m	6:00pm	Kelenföld	Fastest
3:40pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 5m	6:45pm	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
3:45pm	Bratislava Airport (BTS)	4h 55m	8:40pm	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
4:45pm	Bratislava Airport (BTS)	5h 55m	10:40pm	Könyves Kálmán	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Budapest on May 31
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:15am	Nivy bus station	2h 50m	6:05am	Népliget	Cheapest
	6:10am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 20m	8:30am	Kelenföld	Fastest
	2:30pm	Lamačská cesta 1/A, "McDonalds"	3h 30m	6:00pm	Népliget	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	8:30am	Nivy bus station	4h 33m	1:03pm	Kelenföld	No tags
	4:50am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 30m	8:20am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Budapest on June 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:45pm	Nivy bus station	2h 50m	4:35pm	Népliget	Cheapest
	6:10am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 20m	8:30am	Kelenföld	Fastest
	3:15am	Nivy bus station	2h 50m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags
	4:50am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 30m	8:20am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	8:30am	Nivy bus station	4h 28m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Budapest on June 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:15am	Nivy bus station	2h 50m	6:05am	Népliget	Cheapest
	6:10am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 20m	8:30am	Kelenföld	Fastest
	5:30am	Húščavova	2h 30m	8:00am	Annahegyi Restaurant	No tags
	2:30pm	Lamačská cesta 1/A, "McDonalds"	3h 30m	6:00pm	Népliget	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	8:30am	Nivy bus station	4h 28m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Budapest on June 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:15am	Nivy bus station	2h 50m	6:05am	Népliget	Cheapest
	6:10am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 20m	8:30am	Kelenföld	Fastest
	2:30pm	Lamačská cesta 1/A, "McDonalds"	3h 30m	6:00pm	Népliget	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	8:30am	Nivy bus station	4h 28m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags
	4:50am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 30m	8:20am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Budapest on June 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:15am	Nivy bus station	2h 50m	6:05am	Népliget	Cheapest
	6:10am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 20m	8:30am	Kelenföld	Fastest
	2:30pm	Lamačská cesta 1/A, "McDonalds"	3h 30m	6:00pm	Népliget	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	8:30am	Nivy bus station	4h 28m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags
	4:50am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 30m	8:20am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Budapest on June 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:15am	Nivy bus station	2h 50m	6:05am	Népliget	Cheapest
	6:10am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 20m	8:30am	Kelenföld	Fastest
	2:30pm	Lamačská cesta 1/A, "McDonalds"	3h 30m	6:00pm	Népliget	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	8:30am	Nivy bus station	4h 28m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags
	4:50am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 30m	8:20am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Budapest on June 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:15am	Nivy bus station	2h 50m	6:05am	Népliget	Cheapest
	6:10am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 20m	8:30am	Kelenföld	Fastest
	2:30pm	Lamačská cesta 1/A, "McDonalds"	3h 30m	6:00pm	Népliget	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	8:30am	Nivy bus station	4h 28m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags
	4:50am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 30m	8:20am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Bratislava to Budapest

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 2 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

2h 23mAverage Duration

101 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $172	Average Duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $42	Average Duration2h 23m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bratislava and Budapest?

Stops in Bratislava

A
Bratislava Airport
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B
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
C
Most SNP
Nábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
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D
AS Mlynské nivy
Mlynské nivy 5537, 821 09 Bratislava, Slovakia
Visit page
E
Staatsgrenze
61, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
F
BTS Airport
Páričkova 1093/7, 821 08 Bratislava, Slovakia

Stops in Budapest

A
Budapest Airport
Visit page
B
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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C
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
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
Visit page
F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
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Compare companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,729 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus Bratislava Budapest recent customer reviews

Everything was good 👍

Vineet K.

August 29, 2024

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.7/511,863 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

RegioJet

4.1/51,077 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.9

Based on 1077 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the value for money but often complained with the wifi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at $12

RegioJet Bratislava Budapest recent customer reviews

the comfort and cleanliness

Maribeth I.

October 14, 2024

One hour late!!

Rachel Z.

July 1, 2018

AMI-TOUR

Express Busline

5.0/52 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5.0

Infobus

3.9/5496 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

HU bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, KLR Bus, RegioJet, LIKEBUS, Union Ivkoni, Openline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bratislava to Budapest by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Bratislava to Budapest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bratislava to Budapest start from $12. The average price for this route is around $26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bratislava to Budapest?
The average bus trip duration from Bratislava to Budapest is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 103 miles (165 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Bratislava to Budapest route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 55 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet, AMI-TOUR, Express Busline, Infobus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bratislava to Budapest?
The earliest bus departs from Bratislava to Budapest at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bratislava to Budapest?
A bus trip from Bratislava to Budapest generates an estimated 4.11555 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bratislava to Budapest?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Express Busline, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bratislava 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 has the most timely service from Bratislava to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Infobus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bratislava to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Express Busline, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

05/28

$18

05/29

$23

Today

$21

05/31

$18

06/01

$12

06/02

$11

06/03

$11

06/04

$11

The cheapest trip from Bratislava to Budapest was searched and found on Jun 2, 2026 with a price of $11

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 $11 to $168 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 $11 which is on 2026-06-02.

Usually FlixBus, AMI-TOUR 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.