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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Budapest Airport (BUD) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Starptautiskā autoosta | Mexikói út | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Starptautiskā autoosta | Budapest Airport (BUD) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Starptautiskā autoosta | Budapest Airport (BUD) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Starptautiskā autoosta | Budapest Airport (BUD) | No tags |
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Get from Riga to Budapest
The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 888, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Riga and Budapest?
Stops in Riga
- B
Starptautiskā autoosta
Prāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia - C
Seaport
Eksporta iela 3A, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia - D
Port: Riga
Eksporta iela 3B, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia
Stops in Budapest
- A
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary - C
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - D
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary - E
Könyves Kálmán
Könyves 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 Riga 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 Riga to Budapest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riga to Budapest start from MAD 888. The average price for this route is around MAD 1,222. 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 Riga to Budapest?
The average bus trip duration from Riga to Budapest is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 685 miles (1105 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Riga to Budapest route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riga to Budapest?
The earliest bus departs from Riga to Budapest at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riga to Budapest?
A bus trip from Riga to Budapest generates an estimated 27.6118 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 Riga to Budapest was searched and found on Jun 16, 2026 with a price of MAD 891To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riga to Budapest, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MAD 891 to MAD 1,978 for a bus ticket from Riga to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 891 which is on 2026-06-16.
