Bus and Coach from Zagreb to Budapest: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Zagreb to Budapest

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

today

£20

tomorrow

£18

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

£17

Wednesday

£19

Thursday

£17

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 20m	18:50	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	23:10	Budapest	Népliget Coach Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 20/03/2026 18:50:00 to Népliget Coach Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 20/03/2026 23:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
FlixBus	3h 55m	18:50	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	22:45	Budapest	Kelenföld Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 20/03/2026 18:50:00 to Kelenföld Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 20/03/2026 22:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
FlixBus	4h 20m	14:10	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	18:30	Budapest	Népliget Coach Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 20/03/2026 14:10:00 to Népliget Coach Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 20/03/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
FlixBus	5h 16m	23:59	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	05:15	Budapest	Népliget Coach Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 20/03/2026 23:59:00 to Népliget Coach Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 21/03/2026 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 16m
FlixBus	3h 55m	14:10	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	18:05	Budapest	Kelenföld Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 20/03/2026 14:10:00 to Kelenföld Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 20/03/2026 18:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 16m	07:30	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	12:46	Budapest	Népliget Coach Station	Economy	£18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 21/03/2026 07:30:00 to Népliget Coach Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 21/03/2026 12:46:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 16m
FlixBus	4h 20m	14:10	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	18:30	Budapest	Népliget Coach Station	Economy	£18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 21/03/2026 14:10:00 to Népliget Coach Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 21/03/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
FlixBus	4h 20m	18:50	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	23:10	Budapest	Népliget Coach Station	Economy	£18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 21/03/2026 18:50:00 to Népliget Coach Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 21/03/2026 23:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
FlixBus	5h 50m	07:30	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	13:20	Budapest	Mexikói út	Economy	£18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 21/03/2026 07:30:00 to Mexikói út, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 21/03/2026 13:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
FlixBus	4h 50m	07:30	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	12:20	Budapest	Kelenföld Station	Economy	£18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 21/03/2026 07:30:00 to Kelenföld Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 21/03/2026 12:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 20m	11:05	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	15:25	Budapest	Népliget Coach Station	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 24/03/2026 11:05:00 to Népliget Coach Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 24/03/2026 15:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
FlixBus	4h 20m	14:10	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	18:30	Budapest	Népliget Coach Station	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 24/03/2026 14:10:00 to Népliget Coach Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 24/03/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
FlixBus	3h 55m	11:05	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	15:00	Budapest	Kelenföld Station	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 24/03/2026 11:05:00 to Kelenföld Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 24/03/2026 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
FlixBus	3h 55m	14:10	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	18:05	Budapest	Kelenföld Station	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 24/03/2026 14:10:00 to Kelenföld Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 24/03/2026 18:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 16m	23:59	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	05:15	Budapest	Népliget Coach Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 25/03/2026 23:59:00 to Népliget Coach Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 26/03/2026 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 16m
FlixBus	5h 51m	23:59	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	05:50	Budapest	Mexikói út	Economy	£19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 25/03/2026 23:59:00 to Mexikói út, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 26/03/2026 05:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 51m
FlixBus	4h 20m	14:10	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	18:30	Budapest	Népliget Coach Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 25/03/2026 14:10:00 to Népliget Coach Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 25/03/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
FlixBus	3h 55m	14:10	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	18:05	Budapest	Kelenföld Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 25/03/2026 14:10:00 to Kelenföld Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 25/03/2026 18:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
FlixBus	4h 20m	11:05	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	15:25	Budapest	Népliget Coach Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 25/03/2026 11:05:00 to Népliget Coach Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 25/03/2026 15:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 16m	07:30	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	12:46	Budapest	Népliget Coach Station	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 26/03/2026 07:30:00 to Népliget Coach Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 26/03/2026 12:46:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 16m
FlixBus	5h 50m	07:30	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	13:20	Budapest	Mexikói út	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 26/03/2026 07:30:00 to Mexikói út, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 26/03/2026 13:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
FlixBus	4h 50m	07:30	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	12:20	Budapest	Kelenföld Station	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 26/03/2026 07:30:00 to Kelenföld Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 26/03/2026 12:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
FlixBus	5h 16m	23:59	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	05:15	Budapest	Népliget Coach Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 26/03/2026 23:59:00 to Népliget Coach Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 27/03/2026 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 16m
FlixBus	5h 51m	23:59	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	05:50	Budapest	Mexikói út	Economy	£19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 26/03/2026 23:59:00 to Mexikói út, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 27/03/2026 05:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 51m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Zagreb to Budapest is £17 on 24/03/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Zagreb and Budapest

See here how frequent the connections between Zagreb and Budapest are, during different times and days of the week.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 13 daily coaches from Zagreb to Budapest. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Zagreb and Budapest.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 18 coaches from Zagreb to Budapest, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Zagreb and Budapest, with 10 offers.

Facts about coaches from Zagreb to Budapest

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 8 times every day by bus from Zagreb to Budapest in one click! Book your bus ticket from Zagreb to Budapest starting from £17!

Cheapest Bus	£17
Fastest Bus	3h 55m
Earliest Coach	14:10
Latest Coach	23:59
Daily Bus Connections	8 Ø
Distance	299.1 km
Coach Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Zagreb to Budapest

Every day, 8 buses from 1 coach companies leave Zagreb for Budapest: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 20/03/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 16/03

Tuesday 17/03

Wednesday 18/03

Thursday 19/03

Friday 20/03

£19

Saturday 21/03

£18

Sunday 22/03

Monday 23/03

Tuesday 24/03

£17

Wednesday 25/03

£19

Thursday 26/03

£17

Friday 27/03

£18

Saturday 28/03

Sunday 29/03

£22

Monday 30/03

Tuesday 31/03

£22

Wednesday 01/04

£25

Thursday 02/04

£25

Friday 03/04

Saturday 04/04

£25

Sunday 05/04

£28

Monday 06/04

£31

Tuesday 07/04

£27

Wednesday 08/04

£24

Thursday 09/04

Friday 10/04

£23

Saturday 11/04

Sunday 12/04

The cheapest time to travel from Zagreb to Budapest

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Zagreb to Budapest, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £17, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Zagreb to Budapest. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £19.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Zagreb to Budapest, with £17. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £18.

How to save money travelling from Zagreb 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 Zagreb 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 Zagreb 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 Zagreb to Budapest are also emptier.

Latest reviews for coach companies on the route Zagreb - Budapest

Mirjana Ivanović, 06/10/2025

Volim putovati vlakom i baš je žalosno da se u mojih 30 godina koliko putujem ništa nije poboljšalo ili popravilo. Ogromna kašnjenja su normalna i svi samo mahnu rukom. Baš šteta da državi, HŽ-u itd. ... Volim putovati vlakom i baš je žalosno da se u mojih 30 godina koliko putujem ništa nije poboljšalo ili popravilo. Ogromna kašnjenja su normalna i svi samo mahnu rukom. Baš šteta da državi, HŽ-u itd. nije stalo nešto poraviti.

All bus stations and stops in Zagreb and Budapest

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

Central Bus Station

Avenija Marina Držića 4

Podsused

Aleja Bologne

Vrapče

Dubrava

Katarinin trg Bus Stop

Népliget Coach Station

Könyves Kálmán körút 13

Clark Ádám tér

Ritz-Carlton

Erzsébet tér 9, 1051 9

Mexikói út

Horvát Boldizsár u. 1

Kőbánya Kispest Station

Service and Comfort on the bus from Zagreb to Budapest

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

FAQs about the Zagreb to Budapest bus

How much does a Zagreb - Budapest coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Zagreb - Budapest bus trip is available from £17 and takes 4h 20m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Zagreb to Budapest is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £17 to £21. 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 Zagreb - Budapest route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Zagreb to Budapest is offered by roughly 8 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Budapest from Zagreb take?

The quickest coach from Zagreb to Budapest is provided by FlixBus and takes 3h 55m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £21. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Zagreb to Budapest?

The earliest bus to Budapest departs from Zagreb at 14:10. 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 Zagreb to Budapest?

The latest bus to Budapest departs from Zagreb at 23:59. 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 Zagreb - Budapest route?

Passengers looking to travel from Zagreb 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 Zagreb and Budapest?

You can check all the direct connections between Zagreb 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 Zagreb?

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 Zagreb 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 Zagreb 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 Zagreb to Budapest on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Zagreb 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 8 daily trips between Zagreb 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 Zagreb to Budapest?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Zagreb and to Budapest

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Zagreb and to Budapest. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!