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

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Bulgaria is to bus via Deák Ferenc tér M which costs $50 - $95 and takes 11h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Bulgaria is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs $60 - $210.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Bulgaria?

No, there is no direct bus from Budapest to Bulgaria station. However, there are services departing from Deák Ferenc tér M and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station via Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 44m.

How far is it from Budapest to Bulgaria?

The distance between Budapest and Bulgaria is 652 km. The road distance is 760.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Budapest to Bulgaria without a car is to bus via Deák Ferenc tér M which takes 11h 44m and costs $50 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Budapest to Bulgaria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Bulgaria bus from?

Budapest to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Karat-S, depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Bus or fly from Budapest to Bulgaria?

The best way to get from Budapest to Bulgaria is to fly which takes 4h 30m and costs $28 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus via Deák Ferenc tér M, which costs $50 - $95 and takes 11h 44m.

Where does the Budapest to Bulgaria bus arrive?

Budapest to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Karat-S, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Budapest and Bulgaria?

Bulgaria is 1h ahead of Budapest. It is currently 10:24 PM in Budapest and 11:24 PM in Bulgaria.

Can I drive from Budapest to Bulgaria?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Bulgaria is 760 km. It takes approximately 7h 18m to drive from Budapest to Bulgaria.

Where can I stay near Bulgaria?

There are 2264+ hotels available in Bulgaria.

Budapest to Bulgaria - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 7 ways to get from Budapest to Bulgaria by plane, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly to Sofia Airport
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1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane BUD - SOF
4h 30m
$28–173
Bus via Deák Ferenc tér M
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
11h 44m
$51–91
Drive 760.2 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Sofiacar 760.2 km
7h 18m
$133–192
Fly to Burgas Airport
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Burgas Airport (BOJ)plane BUD - BOJ
4h 24m
$63–205
Fly to Varna Airport
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane BUD - VAR
5h 2m
$146–322
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Budapest to Beograd, Autobuska stanicashuttle
2. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
12h 30m
$89–93
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Sofiabus N982
13h 47m
$72–115

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Sofia Airport (SOF) flights

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Distance: 651.6 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Bulgaria?

Ryanair, Wizz Air, and Austrian Airlines fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Sofia Airport (SOF) twice daily. Alternatively, Karat-S operates a bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Sofia Central Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $55–90 and the journey takes 10h 30m. Citylines also services this route 3 times a week.

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