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Cheap buses leaving Friday

One passenger / one way

5:30AM
15h15m
8:45PM
Heidelberg - Alte Eppelheimer Straße
CheapestFastest
Budapest - Kelenföld
Cheapest
Fastest
10:00PM
20h40m
6:40PM
Heidelberg - Alte Eppelheimer Straße
2nd Cheapest
Budapest - Könyves Kálmán
2nd Cheapest
11:43AM
18h32m
6:15AM
Heidelberg - Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof
Budapest - Könyves Kálmán
3:44PM
19h31m
11:15AM
Heidelberg - Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof
Budapest - Könyves Kálmán
11:43AM
18h12m
5:55AM
Heidelberg - Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof
Budapest - Kelenföld
Bus Heidelberg to Budapest: Trip Overview

Bus Heidelberg to Budapest: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$74
Average bus trip duration19h 50m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure4:05 AM
Distance503 miles (811 km)
Latest bus departure10:00 PM

Heidelberg to Budapest Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures13
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures4:05AM - 10:00PM
Minimum Price$45
Average Ticket Price$74
Minimum Trip Duration15h15m
Average Bus Trip Duration19h50m
Distance503 miles (811 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Heidelberg - Budapest

You can take a bus or a train to go from Heidelberg to Budapest. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most easy and sustainable way. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

On average, the trip from Heidelberg to Budapest takes around 19h 50m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 15h 15m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 492 miles (793 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Heidelberg and Budapest is 492 miles (793 km).

About 13 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus. The number of buses running from Heidelberg to Budapest may change based on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Heidelberg to Budapest by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates between 4:05 AM and 10:00 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from Heidelberg to Budapest start their journey at Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz and wind up at Népliget. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

You can expect to pay around $74 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $47 and $159, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in Budapest, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Parliament, The Széchenyi Baths, Gellért Thermal Baths, The Great Synagogue and Széchenyi Chain Bridge.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Heidelberg to Budapest. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

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 Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg to Budapest, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Heidelberg to Budapest that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Heidelberg to Budapest while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Heidelberg to Budapest?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time19h 50mAvg Price$74Daily Departures13
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time20h 55mAvg Price$91Daily Departures5

The best way to travel between Heidelberg and Budapest is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $74 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $47. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Budapest, choose the bus, as it will take you from Heidelberg to Budapest in about 19h 50m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Heidelberg by bus?

Bus from Budapest to Heidelberg

You can also go to Budapest by train

Train from Heidelberg to Budapest

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