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Four ways to Travel from Istanbul Airport to Budapest

Composite routes from Istanbul Airport to Budapest

Cheapest
12 h 18 min
Car
1295 km.
from $71
Other
22 h 15 min
1034 km.
from $74.50
24 h 35 min
1034 km.
from $171.46

Transport providers

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:
$11.46–$14.01

Romanian Railways (CFR)

Phone:
0219521
Website:
cfrcalatori.ro/
Train from Videle to Lokoshaza
Ave. Duration:
11h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.60–$66.24
Train from Loekoeshaza to Budapest-Keleti
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$22.93–$26.75
Train from Videle to Budapest-Keleti
Ave. Duration:
17h 4m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.43–$89.17

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Halkali to Videle
Ave. Duration:
13h 53m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$31.91

Bus operators

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Burgas Bus Station South to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
19h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$61.15–$82.80

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Istanbul Yotel Airport Exit A to Burgas
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$26.75

Balbuss

Phone:
062 8103637
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057679080788
Bus from Montenegro Hotel to Novi
Ave. Duration:
15h 45m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$61.67

Siamos Tours

Phone:
0030 2108219900
Email:
Website:
siamostours.com/el/epikoinonia/
Bus from Novi Sad to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$22.93

Karat-S

Phone:
+359 2 8120810
Email:
Website:
karat-s.com/
Bus from Burgas Bus Station South to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
19h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$140.12–$216.56

Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$445.85

Wizz Air

Website:
wizzair.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$59.87–$343.94

Air Serbia

Website:
airserbia.com/en/welcome
Plane from Istanbul to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$114.65–$445.85

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest is to bus via Novi Sad which costs $65.22 - $81.52 and takes 22h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest is to fly which takes 2h 41m and costs $59.78 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Budapest?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Airport Bus and arriving at Budapest Hotel Platanus via Montenegro Hotel and Novi Sad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 15m.

How far is it from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest?

The distance between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Budapest is 1035 km. The road distance is 1297.9 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest without a car is to bus via Novi Sad which takes 22h 15m and costs $65.22 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest bus from?

Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest bus services, operated by Arda Tur, depart from Istanbul Yotel Airport Exit A station.

Bus or fly from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest?

The best way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest is to fly which takes 2h 41m and costs $59.78 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus via Novi Sad, which costs $65.22 - $81.52 and takes 22h 15m.

Where does the Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest bus arrive?

Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest bus services, operated by Arda Tur, arrive at Burgas Bus Station South.

What is the time difference between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Budapest?

Budapest is 2h behind Istanbul Airport (IST). It is currently 10:53 in Istanbul Airport (IST) and 08:53 in Budapest.

Can I drive from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest is 1298 km. It takes approximately 12h 26m to drive from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest.

How do I get a bus ticket from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest?

Book your Istanbul Airport (IST) to Budapest bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 7058+ hotels available in Budapest. Prices start at $20.55 per night.
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