Bus tickets Bucharest — Budapest

Buses from Bucharest to Budapest: 11 direct trips a day from 5 carriers. The fastest one takes 15 h 1 min, tickets start at €48. Compare the timetable and prices and book online in a few minutes.

Price from €48Fastest trip 15 h 1 minTrips a day 11Carriers 5Budapest — Bucharest tickets →

Bucharest — Budapest bus timetable

Timetables and prices change — the search above shows seats and fares for your date. Times are local; «+1» means arrival the next day.

DepartureArrivalDurationCarrierPrice
05:55
Bucharest
22:25
Budapest Kelenföld
17 h 30 minFlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o.€62
05:55
Bucharest
22:01
Budapest Népliget
17 h 6 minFlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o.€62
06:30
Bucharest
20:45
Budapest Népliget
15 h 15 minR. Busola SRL€77
10:00
Bucharest
02:20+1
Budapest Keleti
17 h 20 minFlixBus CZ s.r.o.€54
10:00
Bucharest
02:00+1
Budapest Népliget
17 hFlixBus CZ s.r.o.€54
13:00
Bucharest
04:46+1
Budapest Népliget
16 h 46 minR. Gegi SRL€55
17:00
Bucharest
09:01+1
Budapest Népliget
17 h 1 minR. Gegi SRL€48
18:30
Bucharest
09:01+1
Budapest Népliget
15 h 31 minFlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o.€49
22:30
Bucharest
13:25+1
Budapest Népliget
15 h 55 minR. Gegi SRL€49
23:00
Bucharest
13:30+1
Budapest Kelenföld
15 h 30 minR. Johann Travel SRL€49
23:00
Bucharest
13:01+1
Budapest Népliget
15 h 1 minR. Johann Travel SRL€49

Carriers on this route

  • R. Gegi SRL3 trips · from €48
  • FlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o.3 trips · from €49
  • R. Johann Travel SRL2 trips · from €49
  • FlixBus CZ s.r.o.2 trips · from €54
  • R. Busola SRL1 trip · from €77

Bus stations and stops

Departure — Bucharest

  • Bucharest

Arrival — Budapest

  • Budapest Népliget
  • Budapest Kelenföld
  • Budapest Keleti

On-board facilities

  • Luggage included — 11 of 11 trips

Useful before you travel

Questions about the Bucharest — Budapest trip

How long is the bus ride from Bucharest to Budapest?

The fastest direct trip takes 15 h 1 min; a typical one is around 16 h 45 min. The real journey can be longer than the timetable — it depends on the queue at the border.

How much is a bus ticket Bucharest — Budapest?

A direct trip starts at €48. The fare depends on the carrier, the date and how many seats are left — the search on this page shows the exact price for your date.

What time do buses from Bucharest to Budapest depart?

The first direct bus leaves at 05:55 and the last one at 23:00. There are 11 direct trips a day.

Where do buses from Bucharest to Budapest depart from?

The main boarding points are: Bucharest. The exact address is printed on your ticket.

Which carriers run from Bucharest to Budapest?

FlixBus Polska sp. z.o.o., R. Gegi SRL, FlixBus CZ s.r.o., R. Johann Travel SRL, R. Busola SRL. You can compare their trips, prices and refund terms in the search on this page.

How do I get a refund?

Refund conditions are shown before purchase under «Trip details». We also state them on the ticket itself. You can return a ticket yourself on the «My tickets» page, if the carrier's rules allow it. If the trip has already departed and you could not travel for personal reasons, a refund is not possible.

How much luggage can I take?

Every carrier sets its own luggage rules. Check «Trip details» for the number of items allowed and whether extra luggage is available.

What if the bus is late?

Call the contact number printed on your ticket next to the route information — the carrier has the most accurate arrival time.

Do I need a passport for European routes?

Document requirements differ from country to country. Check with the border service or the consulate of the country you are travelling to for the exact list of documents for your route.

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