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Museum of Fine Arts
One of Central Europe’s leading art museums, known for major collections of European old masters, antiquities, and temporary exhibitions on Heroes’ Square. A top choice for art lovers


Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
6h 0m
Average duration
9h 10m
Buses per day
2
Distance
313 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Belgrade to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $199.
Distance: 198 miles (319 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$37 Average price | $376 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $99 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Belgrade to Budapest:
A train is $14 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Belgrade to Budapest costing on average $37 (€30).
A train is $353 (€290) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Belgrade to Budapest costing on average $376 (€309).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 37m.
Train takes on average 8h 17m.
Tickets start at around $37 (€30) compared to roughly $99 (€81) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $62 (€51). The journey takes 5h 37m versus 3h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Terra Travel, Siamos Tours.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Terra Travel | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
The table below shows live departures for Belgrade to Budapest buses for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 12h20 | 11:20 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 6h00 | 5:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 11 | |||||
![]() | 6:00 AM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 7h15 | 1:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 6h00 | 2:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 12h50 | 12:20 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 6h00 | 10:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 11h20 | 4:50 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Belgrade to Budapest run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 198 miles (319 km) distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 198 miles (319 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Generally affordable for European city breaks. Food, transit, and sights are good value; central hotels cost more.
A 10% service charge may be added in restaurants; if not, tip 10%. Round up taxis. Small tips are welcome in bars, cafés, salons, and for hotel help.
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Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar -> Deák Ferenc tér, Budapest
Passengers wishing to visit the Hungarian capital will find buses a cost-effective way to travel. Each day, two direct departures leave Belgrade heading for Budapest. The 235-mile route can be covered in as little as seven hours with an option for a morning or evening departure. With travel continuing throughout the year, passengers will always find coaches readily available.
All buses on the Belgrade to Budapest route are operated by Fudeks, one of the leading coach providers in Serbia. Fudeks was established in 1989 and offers a fleet of buses that are no more than 10 years old and all are air-conditioned, fully equipped with TV, video and audio equipment, with toilets and a refrigerator.
The fastest journey along the 235-mile route takes just seven hours to reach Budapest. Whether leaving in the morning or traveling overnight, the journey time is the same. All routes and direct and require no changes.
Each day, there are two direct departures from Belgrade to Budapest. Both services are offered by Fudeks, the Serbian coach provider. Services continue all year round, regardless of peak or off-peak season. The departure schedule remains the same over the weekend, with an option of a morning departure traveling through the day, or an overnight service to arrive in Budapest the following morning.
Departure bus station: All buses begin their journey at Belgrade bus station, the main bus station in Serbia. Efficient public transport makes arriving at the station very easy. The station is close to the city center and next to the railway station. The city center is accessible via tram lines 2, 7, 9 and 13, or bus lines 78 and 83, or on foot. Taxis are also available.
Arrival bus station: Passengers will alight the service at Budapest Népliget, right by The People's Park. Just a 15-minute drive from the center of town, Budapest Népliget is a road-side stop. Onward travel is easily organized thanks to the adjacent tram and metro stops. The closest train station is Budapest-Ferencváros, just over a mile away. Within the bus station itself, passengers can expect to find an ATM, toilets, luggage storage, coffee shops, and parking.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belgrade to Budapest by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Belgrade to Budapest buses use the Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér. Use this guide to compare Belgrade and Budapest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar is 5 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Népliget (in the station), Gulyás Tér (0.5 km), Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Elevators, ramps.
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station), Bistro Budapest (0.5 km), Café Central (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
Available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Elevators, ramps.
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