The cheapest and fastest buses from Banská Bystrica to Budapest
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Banská Bystrica to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Banská Bystrica to Budapest will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 7 buses that leave Banská Bystrica for Budapest on Thu, Nov 06, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 138 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 3 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Banská Bystrica to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price |
6h 49m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration Fastest 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Banská Bystrica to Budapest Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Live departures
Banská Bystrica to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Banská Bystrica to Budapest buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 4:55 PM Banská Bystrica, Mičínská Cesta 1424/16 | 2h40 | 7:35 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:55 PM Banská Bystrica, Mičínská Cesta 1424/16 | 3h00 | 7:55 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 2:30 AM Banská Bystrica, Mičínská Cesta 1424/16 | 2h35 | 5:05 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Banská Bystrica, Mičínská Cesta 1424/16 | 2h55 | 5:25 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Banská Bystrica to Budapest
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 02:30 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Banská Bystrica to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Banská Bystrica to Budapest with FlixBus for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Banská Bystrica to Budapest

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Banská Bystrica, Mičínská Cesta 1424/16, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, located 11.3 miles (18.2 km) away from the city centre.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Buda Castle, a historic castle complex offering panoramic views of the city and housing the Budapest History Museum
- Parliament Building, an iconic Gothic Revival structure situated on the Danube River, known for its stunning architecture and guided tours
- Fisherman's Bastion, a neo-Gothic terrace providing picturesque views of the Danube and Pest
- St. Stephen's Basilica, a grand cathedral named after Hungary's first king, featuring a beautiful interior and panoramic dome views
- Heroes' Square, a major square in Budapest noted for its iconic statues and the Millennium Monument.
- Széchenyi Thermal Bath, one of the largest and most popular thermal bath complexes in Europe
- Explore the vibrant Great Market Hall, offering a variety of local foods and crafts
- Take a scenic cruise on the Danube River, providing unique views of Budapest's landmarks
- Visit the House of Terror Museum, which commemorates the victims of the fascist and communist regimes in Hungary
- Enjoy a performance at the Hungarian State Opera House, renowned for its stunning architecture and world-class productions.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Banská Bystrica to Budapest
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
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