Busbud recommends carpooling from Budapest to Rome
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Rome. The journey takes about 13 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Based on 1048 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the wifi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at $94
Based on 139 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the power outlets. GoOpti ticket prices on this trip start at $3,538
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.
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Budapest - Rome
How far is Budapest from Rome?
Budapest and Rome are 503 miles (811 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Budapest to Rome?
Most of the buses traveling from Budapest to Rome leave from Budapest Airport and arrive at Rome Tiburtina Bus Station. 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.
What are the best sights and things to do in Rome?
Once in Rome, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Fontana di Trevi, Cooking Classes and Food Tours in Rome, Santa Costanza, Domus Aurea – Nero’s Golden House and Spanish Steps.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/20
$110
08/21
$130
Today
$153
08/23
$103
08/24
$91
08/25
$117
08/26
$76
08/27
$91
The cheapest trip from Budapest to Rome was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of $76
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Budapest to Rome, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $76 to $256 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Rome based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $76 which is on 2025-08-26.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Budapest and Rome!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Budapest to Rome, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Budapest to Rome.
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Did you know?
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.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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