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Get from Budapest to Zalău
The journey takes about 9 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Zalău?
Stops in Budapest
- ABudapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
- C
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 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
Stops in Zalău
- A
Stație de Autobuz Zalău - Autogara Cento Trans
Strada Tudor Vladimirescu, 56, 450000 Zalău, Romania - B
Zalau Str.Horia, nr.15
Zalau,, Romania - C
Strada Simion Bărnuțiu
Strada Simion Bărnuțiu 1, Zalău, Romania
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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 Budapest to Zalău 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 Budapest to Zalău?
The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Zalău start from $38. The average price for this route is around $46. 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 Budapest to Zalău?
The average bus trip duration from Budapest to Zalău is 9h 35m, covering a distance of 185 miles (299 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Budapest to Zalău route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Budapest to Zalău?
The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Zalău at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 5:25am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Zalău?
A bus trip from Budapest to Zalău generates an estimated 7 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 Budapest to Zalău was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $39To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Budapest to Zalău, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $39 to $85 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Zalău based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-11-30.
