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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Kelenföld | Zilina Autobusova Stanica | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Könyves Kálmán | Zilina Autobusova Stanica | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Könyves Kálmán | Zilina Autobusova Stanica | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Kelenföld | Zilina Autobusova Stanica | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Budapest to Žilina
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Žilina. The journey takes about 9 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Žilina?
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
Stops in Žilina
- A1. mája 735/30, 010 01 Žilina, Slovakia
- BPavla Országha Hviezdoslava 9, 010 01 Žilina, Slovakia
- C
Žilina Bus Stop
Mariánske námestie 52/27, 010 01 Žilina, Slovakia - D
Autobusová Stanica Zilina
1. mája 762/21, 010 01 Žilina, Slovakia
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Budapest to Žilina 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 Žilina?
The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Žilina start from $35. The average price for this route is around $47. 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 Žilina?
The average bus travel time from Budapest to Žilina is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 203 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Budapest to Žilina route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Budapest to Žilina?
The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Žilina at 4:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Žilina?
A bus trip from Budapest to Žilina generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Budapest to Žilina?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1057 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Žilina?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Budapest to Žilina?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Budapest to Žilina?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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 Žilina was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Budapest to Žilina, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $29 to $93 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Žilina based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-08.
What's the cheapest way to go from Budapest to Žilina?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination