Find coaches from Bucharest to Budapest

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Next departures from Bucharest to Budapest on 31 October
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Flixbus
Militari
Könyves KálmánCheapest
Flixbus
Militari
Könyves KálmánFastest
Flixbus
Militari
T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)No tags
Flixbus
Militari
T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)No tags
Flixbus
Militari
T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)No tags

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Get from Bucharest to Budapest

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The journey takes about 17 hours 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
17h 56mAverage duration
637 kmDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Bucharest to Budapest: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$53
Average bus trip duration17h 56m
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure03:45
Distance636 km
Latest bus departure22:30

Bucharest to Budapest Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bucharest - Budapest

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Bucharest to Budapest cost?

    The bus ticket price from Bucharest to Budapest starts at US$36. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bucharest to Budapest is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Bucharest to Budapest?

    The average travel time between Bucharest and Budapest is around 17h 56m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 46m. This is the time it takes to travel the 645 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Bucharest and Budapest?

    The number of buses from Bucharest to Budapest can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bucharest to Budapest by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Bucharest to Budapest?

    When taking the bus from Bucharest to Budapest, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bucharest to Budapest?

    Buses travelling between Bucharest and Budapest leave from Militari or Bucharest Airport and arrive at Népliget, Budapest Airport, Kelenföld.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$57
29/10
US$57
Today
US$57
31/10
US$64
01/11
US$62
02/11
US$62
03/11
US$51
04/11
US$46
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bucharest to Budapest was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$46

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

You can expect to pay from US$46 to US$111 for a bus ticket from Bucharest to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$46, which is on 2025-11-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Bucharest to Budapest.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Bucharest to Budapest, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bucharest to Budapest will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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