How much does a bus ticket from Trieste to Budapest cost?

The bus ticket price from Trieste to Budapest starts at R 503. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Trieste 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!

How long is the bus ride from Trieste to Budapest?

The average travel time between Trieste and Budapest is around 10h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 452 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Trieste and Budapest?

The number of buses from Trieste to Budapest can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Trieste to Budapest by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Trieste to Budapest?

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

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Trieste to Budapest?

Buses travelling between Trieste and Budapest leave from Centrale or Stazione marittima and arrive at Népliget, Budapest Airport, Kelenföld.

Bus Trieste to Budapest from R 438 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Trieste to Budapest on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:15	Trieste Centrale	7h 40m	06:55	Könyves Kálmán	CheapestFastest
	Bus	19:00	Trieste Airport (TRS)	13h 15m	08:15	Könyves Kálmán	No tags

Next departures from Trieste to Budapest on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:15	Trieste Centrale	7h 40m	06:55	Könyves Kálmán	CheapestFastest
Bus	00:40	Trieste Centrale	11h 55m	12:35	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
Bus	10:05	Trieste Centrale	10h 40m	20:45	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
Bus	13:50	Trieste Centrale	13h 20m	03:10	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
Bus	00:40	Trieste Centrale	11h	11:40	Könyves Kálmán	No tags

Next departures from Trieste to Budapest on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30	Trieste Centrale	8h 10m	19:40	Könyves Kálmán	Cheapest
Bus	23:15	Trieste Centrale	7h 40m	06:55	Könyves Kálmán	Fastest
Bus	13:50	Trieste Centrale	13h 20m	03:10	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
Bus	17:00	Trieste Centrale	12h 20m	05:20	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
Bus	11:30	Trieste Centrale	7h 50m	19:20	Kelenföld	No tags

Next departures from Trieste to Budapest on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:15	Trieste Centrale	7h 40m	06:55	Könyves Kálmán	CheapestFastest
Bus	00:40	Trieste Centrale	11h 55m	12:35	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
Bus	10:05	Trieste Centrale	10h 40m	20:45	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
Bus	13:50	Trieste Centrale	13h 20m	03:10	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
Bus	17:00	Trieste Centrale	12h 20m	05:20	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags

Next departures from Trieste to Budapest on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30	Trieste Centrale	8h 10m	19:40	Könyves Kálmán	Cheapest
Bus	23:15	Trieste Centrale	7h 40m	06:55	Könyves Kálmán	Fastest
Bus	00:40	Trieste Centrale	11h 55m	12:35	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
Bus	10:05	Trieste Centrale	10h 40m	20:45	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
Bus	13:50	Trieste Centrale	13h 20m	03:10	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:59 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Trieste to Budapest

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 700, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 50mAverage duration

452 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 503 - R 2 275	Average duration10h 35m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 700 - R 700	Average duration6h 50m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 337 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11337 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 Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 503

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Where are the popular stops in Trieste and Budapest?

Stops in Trieste

A - Centrale

B - Stazione marittima

C - Trieste Airport

D - Trieste

E - Largo Città di Santos

Stops in Budapest

A - Népliget

B - Budapest Airport

C - Kelenföld

D - Mexikói út

E - Könyves Kálmán

F - Budapest Airport BUD

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Trieste to Budapest by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Trieste to Budapest cost?
The bus ticket price from Trieste to Budapest starts at R 503. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Trieste 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!
How long is the bus ride from Trieste to Budapest?
The average travel time between Trieste and Budapest is around 10h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 452 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Trieste and Budapest?
The number of buses from Trieste to Budapest can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Trieste to Budapest by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Trieste to Budapest?
When taking the bus from Trieste to Budapest, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Trieste to Budapest?
Buses travelling between Trieste and Budapest leave from Centrale or Stazione marittima 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

14/11

R 669

15/11

R 595

Today

R 668

17/11

R 584

18/11

R 477

19/11

R 480

20/11

No data

21/11

R 689

The cheapest trip from Trieste to Budapest was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 477

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

You can expect to pay from R 477 to R 2 413 for a bus ticket from Trieste to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 477, which is on 2025-11-18.