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Which bus from Bucharest to Budapest is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Bucharest to Budapest. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£34
tomorrow
£34
Sunday
£41
Monday
£32
Tuesday
£32
Wednesday
£30
Thursday
£31

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 17h 1m 17:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 09:01 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £34
FlixBus 21h 1m 22:30 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 18:31 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £36
FlixBus 16h 1m 03:45 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 18:46 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £37
FlixBus 17h 1m 21:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 13:01 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £37
FlixBus 17h 30m 21:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 13:30 Budapest Kelenföld Station  Economy £37

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 17h 1m 17:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 09:01 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £34
FlixBus 17h 30m 21:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 13:30 Budapest Kelenföld Station  Economy £36
FlixBus 15h 46m 03:45 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 18:31 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £37
FlixBus 16h 35m 03:45 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 19:20 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £37
FlixBus 17h 1m 03:45 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 19:46 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £37

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 21h 16m 22:30 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 18:46 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £41
FlixBus 17h 1m 17:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 09:01 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £44
FlixBus 17h 56m 05:05 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 22:01 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £46
FlixBus 18h 20m 05:05 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 22:25 Budapest Kelenföld Station  Economy £46

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 16h 1m 03:45 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 18:46 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £32
FlixBus 16h 20m 03:45 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 19:05 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £32
FlixBus 16h 35m 03:45 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 19:20 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £32
FlixBus 17h 1m 03:45 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 19:46 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £32
FlixBus 17h 56m 05:05 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 22:01 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £34

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 18h 20m 05:05 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 22:25 Budapest Kelenföld Station  Economy £32
FlixBus 17h 56m 05:05 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 22:01 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £32
FlixBus 21h 1m 22:30 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 18:31 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £32
FlixBus 21h 30m 21:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 17:30 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £33
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bucharest to Budapest via Sibiu, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      23h 5m
      0
      21:00
      Bucharest
      Militari Coach Station
      03:00
      Sibiu
      Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
      • Waiting Time 6h 55m
    • FlixBus
      10h 10m
      0
      09:55
      Sibiu
      Bus Stop
      19:05
      Budapest
      Népliget Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £21
    Travel time is 6h 9m longer, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 16h 31m 03:45 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 19:16 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £30
FlixBus 15h 46m 03:45 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 18:31 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £31
FlixBus 17h 1m 17:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 09:01 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £32
FlixBus 21h 35m 22:30 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 19:05 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £39
FlixBus 21h 30m 21:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 17:30 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £43

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 16h 20m 03:45 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 19:05 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £31
FlixBus 16h 35m 03:45 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 19:20 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £31
FlixBus 17h 1m 03:45 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 19:46 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £31
FlixBus 21h 16m 22:30 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 18:46 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £36

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Bucharest to Budapest is £30 on 10/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Bucharest and Budapest?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Bucharest to Budapest. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily coaches from Bucharest to Budapest. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Bucharest and Budapest.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 24 coaches from Bucharest to Budapest, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Bucharest and Budapest, with 4 offers.

All facts for Bucharest to Budapest bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus that travel daily 5 times by bus from Bucharest to Budapest in one click. Book your Bucharest to Budapest bus ticket starting from £30!

Cheapest Bus £30
Fastest Bus 14h 46m
Earliest Coach 03:45
Latest Coach 22:30
Daily Bus Connections 5 Ø
Distance 643.5 km
Coach Companies FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Bucharest to Budapest?

Every day, 5 buses from 1 coach companies leave Bucharest for Budapest. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
£34
Saturday 06/12
£34
Sunday 07/12
£41
Monday 08/12
£32
Tuesday 09/12
£32
Wednesday 10/12
£30
Thursday 11/12
£31
Friday 12/12
£34
Saturday 13/12
£32
Sunday 14/12
£35
Monday 15/12
£34
Tuesday 16/12
£34
Wednesday 17/12
£38
Thursday 18/12
£38
Friday 19/12
£45
Saturday 20/12
£44
Sunday 21/12
£42
Monday 22/12
£48
Tuesday 23/12
£44
Wednesday 24/12
£41
Thursday 25/12
£37
Friday 26/12
£40
Saturday 27/12
£37
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Bucharest to Budapest

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bucharest to Budapest, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £30, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Bucharest to Budapest. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £35.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bucharest to Budapest, with £30. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £32.

How to save money travelling from Bucharest to Budapest

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Bucharest to Budapest in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Bucharest to Budapest, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Bucharest to Budapest are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

All bus stations and stops in Bucharest and Budapest

Here is a map with all coach stations in Bucharest and Budapest. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Bucharest to Budapest? Compare all modes of transports from Bucharest to Budapest.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Bucharest to Budapest

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Bucharest to Budapest. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Bucharest to Budapest bus

How much does a Bucharest Budapest coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Bucharest Budapest bus trip is available from £30 and takes 15h 31m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bucharest to Budapest?

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £30 to £71. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Budapest.

How many connections are available for the Bucharest Budapest route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Bucharest to Budapest is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Budapest from Bucharest take?

The quickest coach from Bucharest to Budapest is provided by FlixBus and takes 14h 46m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £37. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bucharest to Budapest?

The earliest bus to Budapest departs from Bucharest at 03:45. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Bucharest to Budapest?

The latest bus to Budapest departs from Bucharest at 22:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Bucharest Budapest route?

Passengers looking to travel from Bucharest to Budapest can travel with FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Budapest?

You can check all the direct connections between Bucharest and Budapest by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Budapest from Bucharest?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Bucharest Budapest bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bucharest Budapest bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bucharest to Budapest on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bucharest to Budapest

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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