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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Bucharest to Budapest

Cheapest
8 h 58 min
Car
823 km.
from $45
Other
15 h 48 min
640 km.
from $103.04

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from București, Autogara Militari to Budapest-Kelenföld
Ave. Duration:
18h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$108.70

Maxibus Travel

Phone:
+40 745 766 766
Email:
Website:
maxibustravel.ro/
Bus from Bucharest to Budapest,
Ave. Duration:
8h 7m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Train operators

Hungarian Railways (MÁV)

Phone:
+36 (1) 3 49 49 49
Website:
mavcsoport.hu/en
Train from Loekoeshaza to Budapest-Keleti
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.78–$11.96

Romanian Railways (CFR)

Phone:
0219521
Website:
cfrcalatori.ro/
Train from Bucharest to Lokoshaza
Ave. Duration:
11h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$65.22
Train from Loekoeshaza to Budapest-Keleti
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.57–$22.83
Train from Bucuresti Nord to Budapest-Keleti
Ave. Duration:
14h 53m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$86.96

Airlines

Wizz Air

Website:
wizzair.com/
Plane from Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$29.35–$173.91

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Budapest (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Budapest (Station) is to train which costs $65.22 - $76.09 and takes 15h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bucharest to Budapest (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Budapest (Station) is to fly which takes 2h 24m and costs $282.61 - $815.22 .

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Budapest (Station)?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Bucuresti Nord and arriving at Budapest-Keleti. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 53m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Budapest (Station)?

The distance between Bucharest and Budapest (Station) is 652 km. The road distance is 824.7 km.

How do I travel from Bucharest to Budapest (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Budapest (Station) without a car is to bus which takes 8h 31m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Budapest (Station)?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Bucharest to Budapest (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Budapest (Station) train from?

Bucharest to Budapest (Station) train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Bucharest station.

Train, bus or fly from Bucharest to Budapest (Station)?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Budapest (Station) is to fly which takes 2h 24m and costs $282.61 - $815.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 31m, you could also train, which costs $65.22 - $76.09 and takes 15h 48m.

What is the time difference between Bucharest and Budapest (Station)?

Budapest (Station) is 1h behind Bucharest. It is currently 01:59 in Bucharest and 00:59 in Budapest (Station).

Where does the Bucharest to Budapest (Station) train arrive?

Bucharest to Budapest (Station) train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Lokoshaza station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Budapest (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Budapest (Station) is 825 km. It takes approximately 9h 12m to drive from Bucharest to Budapest (Station).

Where can I stay near Budapest (Station)?

There are 7030+ hotels available in Budapest (Station). Prices start at $21.13 per night.
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