Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Könyves Kálmán | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Mexikói út | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Könyves Kálmán | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Könyves Kálmán | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Kelenföld | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 5:51 PM EET.
Get from Riga to Budapest
The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $166, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Riga and Budapest?
Stops in Riga
- APrāgas 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
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - BBudapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
- CBudapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
- EKönyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
- F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
Compare bus companies
Based on 11767 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $166
Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 $166. The average price for this route is around $212. 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 travel time from Riga to Budapest is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1102 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 19 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times 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 28 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.
The cheapest trip from Riga to Budapest was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $161To 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 $161 to $308 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 $161 which is on 2025-12-30.
