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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Istanbul to Budapest from various bus operators like FlixBus or Kamil Koc for the next days.

today
£61
tomorrow
£149
Friday
£150
Saturday
£68
Sunday
Monday
£61
Tuesday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Kamil Koc 27h 45m 22:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 00:45 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £61
FlixBus 36h 1m 22:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 09:01 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £94
FlixBus 26h 30m 21:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 22:30 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £150

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 26h 30m 21:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 22:30 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £149
  • Did you know that if you travel from Istanbul to Budapest via Bucharest, you can save more than £92? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Lüks Oklar Seyahat
      32h 0m
      0
      19:00
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      07:00
      Bucharest
      Filaret
      0
      Lüks Oklar Seyahat
      Economy
      £17
      • Waiting Time 3h 0m
    • FlixBus
      17h 0m
      0
      10:00
      Bucharest
      Militari Coach Station
      02:00
      Budapest
      Népliget Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £40
    Travel time is 6h 30m longer, but you will save £92

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 29h 25m 11:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 15:25 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £150
  • Did you know that if you travel from Istanbul to Budapest via Bucharest, you can save more than £93? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Lüks Oklar Seyahat
      32h 0m
      0
      19:00
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      07:00
      Bucharest
      Filaret
      0
      Lüks Oklar Seyahat
      Economy
      £17
      • Waiting Time 3h 0m
    • FlixBus
      17h 0m
      0
      10:00
      Bucharest
      Militari Coach Station
      02:00
      Budapest
      Népliget Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £40
    Travel time is 3h 35m longer, but you will save £93

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Kamil Koc 27h 45m 22:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 00:45 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £68
FlixBus 26h 30m 21:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 22:30 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £151
  • Did you know that if you travel from Istanbul to Budapest via Bucharest, you can save more than £23? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Lüks Oklar Seyahat
      34h 46m
      0
      19:00
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      07:00
      Bucharest
      Filaret
      0
      Lüks Oklar Seyahat
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 6h 0m
    • FlixBus
      16h 46m
      0
      13:00
      Bucharest
      Militari Coach Station
      04:46
      Budapest
      Népliget Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £37
    Travel time is 9h 16m longer, but you will save £23

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Kamil Koc 27h 45m 22:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 00:45 Budapest Népliget Coach Station  Economy £61
  • Did you know that if you travel from Istanbul to Budapest via Bucharest, you can save more than £17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Lüks Oklar Seyahat
      39h 1m
      0
      19:00
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      07:00
      Bucharest
      Filaret
      0
      Lüks Oklar Seyahat
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 10h 0m
    • FlixBus
      17h 1m
      0
      17:00
      Bucharest
      Militari Coach Station
      09:01
      Budapest
      Népliget Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £36
    Travel time is 12h 16m longer, but you will save £17

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Istanbul to Budapest is £61 on 05/10/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Istanbul and Budapest

See here how frequent the connections between Istanbul and Budapest are, during different times and days of the week.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily coaches from Istanbul to Budapest. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Istanbul and Budapest.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 7 coaches from Istanbul to Budapest, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Istanbul and Budapest, with 1 offers.

Facts about coaches from Istanbul to Budapest

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Kamil Koc that travel 1 times every day by bus from Istanbul to Budapest in one click! Book your bus ticket from Istanbul to Budapest starting from £61!

Cheapest Bus £61
Fastest Bus 25h 30m
Earliest Coach 21:00
Latest Coach 22:00
Daily Bus Connections 1 Ø
Distance 1,069.7 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and Kamil Koc

Cheapest coach connections from Istanbul to Budapest

Every day, 1 buses from 2 coach companies leave Istanbul for Budapest: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 16/09/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 14/09
Tuesday 15/09
Wednesday 16/09
£94
Thursday 17/09
£149
Friday 18/09
£150
Saturday 19/09
£68
Sunday 20/09
Monday 21/09
£61
Tuesday 22/09
Wednesday 23/09
£61
Thursday 24/09
Friday 25/09
Saturday 26/09
Sunday 27/09
Monday 28/09
£61
Tuesday 29/09
Wednesday 30/09
Thursday 01/10
£66
Friday 02/10
£63
Saturday 03/10
£64
Sunday 04/10
£61
Monday 05/10
£61
Tuesday 06/10
Wednesday 07/10
Thursday 08/10
Friday 09/10
Saturday 10/10
Sunday 11/10

The cheapest time to travel from Istanbul to Budapest

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Istanbul to Budapest, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £61, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Istanbul to Budapest. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £66.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Istanbul to Budapest, with £61. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £149.

How to save money travelling from Istanbul to Budapest

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Istanbul 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 bus from Istanbul 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 Istanbul to Budapest are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Istanbul and Budapest

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Istanbul and Budapest.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Istanbul to Budapest

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Istanbul to Budapest? Or which bus companies serve the route Istanbul to Budapest? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Istanbul to Budapest bus

How much does a Istanbul - Budapest coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Istanbul - Budapest bus trip is available from £61 and takes 26h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Istanbul to Budapest is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £61 to £151. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Istanbul to Budapest is offered by roughly 1 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Budapest from Istanbul take?

The quickest coach from Istanbul to Budapest is provided by FlixBus and takes 25h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £150. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Istanbul to Budapest?

The earliest bus to Budapest departs from Istanbul at 21:00. 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 Istanbul to Budapest?

The latest bus to Budapest departs from Istanbul at 22:00. 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 Istanbul - Budapest route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Budapest?

You can check all the direct connections between Istanbul 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 and Kamil Koc.

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Istanbul 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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul to Budapest on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Istanbul to Budapest?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 1 daily trips between Istanbul and Budapest. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Istanbul to Budapest?

Prices and availability for 1 trips between Istanbul and Budapest change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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