Bus from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cluj-Napoca to Budapest on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Cluj
Könyves KálmánCheapest
FlixbusBus
Cluj
T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)Fastest
FlixbusBus
Cluj
Könyves KálmánNo tags
FlixbusBus
Cluj
Könyves KálmánNo tags
FlixbusBus
Cluj
Könyves KálmánNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:36 AM EET.

Get from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
8h 16mAverage Duration
348 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cluj-Napoca 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest start from $39. The average price for this route is around $52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest?

    The average bus travel time from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest is 8h 16m, covering a distance of 348 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cluj-Napoca to Budapest route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest?

    The earliest bus departs from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest at 2:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest?

    A bus trip from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-28
$173
11-29
$48
Today
$46
12-01
$46
12-02
$46
12-03
$41
12-04
$48
12-05
$46
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $41

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $41 to $173 for a bus ticket from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-12-03.

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