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Get from Bucharest to Budapest
The journey takes about 17 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bucharest and Budapest?
Stops in Bucharest
- AStrada Valea Cascadelor 2, București, Romania
- CAutogara Filaret, Str. Piata Garii Filaret, nr. 1, Bükreş, Romanya
- D
Rahova
Șoseaua Alexandriei 164, București, Romania - E
Bükreş Filaret Otogar (Bucureşti Filaret)
Strada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, Bükreş / Romanya - F
Piata Natiunile Unite
Calea Victoriei nr. 2, București 030167, Romania
Stops in Budapest
- A
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - BBudapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
- DBudapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
- EKönyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
- F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bucharest 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 Bucharest to Budapest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bucharest to Budapest start from $38. The average price for this route is around $52. 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 Bucharest to Budapest?
The average bus trip duration from Bucharest to Budapest is 17h 25m, covering a distance of 392 miles (632 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 46m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bucharest to Budapest route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bucharest to Budapest?
The earliest bus departs from Bucharest to Budapest at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucharest to Budapest?
A bus trip from Bucharest to Budapest generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bucharest to Budapest was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $42To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bucharest to Budapest, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $42 to $140 for a bus ticket from Bucharest to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-12-11.
