What is the cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Budapest?

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Budapest is to fly which costs 9 000 Ft - 48 000 Ft and takes 5h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bucharest to Budapest?

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Budapest is to fly which takes 5h 12m and costs 21 000 Ft - 70 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Budapest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from București, Autogara Militari and arriving at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Budapest?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bucuresti Nord and arriving at Budapest-Keleti. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 21m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Budapest?

The distance between Bucharest and Budapest is 650 km. The road distance is 821.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Budapest without a car is to train which takes 16h 21m and costs 22 000 Ft - 24 000 Ft.

How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Budapest?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Bucharest to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Budapest bus from?

Bucharest to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from București, Autogara Militari station.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Budapest train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Bucharest to Budapest?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Budapest is to fly which takes 5h 12m and costs 21 000 Ft - 70 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 22 000 Ft - 24 000 Ft and takes 16h 21m, you could also bus, which costs 28 000 Ft - 70 000 Ft and takes 16h 46m.

Where does the Bucharest to Budapest bus arrive?

Bucharest to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

What is the time difference between Bucharest and Budapest?

Budapest is 1h behind Bucharest. It is currently 3:35 AM in Bucharest and 2:35 AM in Budapest.

Where does the Bucharest to Budapest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bucharest to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Budapest is 821 km. It takes approximately 8h 34m to drive from Bucharest to Budapest.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bucharest to Budapest?

Book your Bucharest to Budapest bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 6411+ hotels available in Budapest.

Bucharest to Budapest - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
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1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane OTP - BUD
5h 12m
Ft 21,777–67,384
Fly Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
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1. Fly from Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane BBU - BUD
5h 18m
Ft 8,981–47,281
Train
1. Take the train from Bucuresti Nord to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
16h 21m
Ft 22,000–24,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus N963 / ...
16h 46m
Ft 28,000–70,000
Drive 821.4 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Budapestcar 821.4 km
8h 34m
Ft 47,147–68,102
Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Arad, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Arad (ARW)plane OTP - ARW
2. Take the train from Arad to Budapest-Keletitrain
7h 9m
Ft 31,877–91,584
Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Oradea International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Oradea International Airport (OMR)plane OTP - OMR
2. Take the bus from Oradea to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus
6h 33m
Ft 71,577–168,184
Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane OTP - VIE
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeldtrain
7h 53m
Ft 24,277–101,084

Bucharest to Budapest by train

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16h 21mAverage Duration

Ft 22,000Cheapest Price

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Distance: 650 km
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Budapest, Hungary?

Tarom, Air Serbia, and Austrian Airlines fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) twice daily. Alternatively, Romanian Railways (CFR) operates a train from Bucuresti Nord to Budapest-Keleti once daily. Tickets cost Ft 22,000–24,000 and the journey takes 16h 21m.

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