- Must visit
Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest
One of Central Europe’s major art museums, with Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and European collections. Especially worthwhile for classical art lovers.
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
12 h 35 m
Average duration
13 h 34 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
682 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Budapest will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 20 buses that leave Bologna for Budapest on Mon, Jun 01, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct buses cover the 682 km distance in an average of 13 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 35 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest buses will take 14 h 15 m 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, and a train costs an average of $180.
Distance: 423 miles (682 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$79 Average price Cheapest | $182 Average price | $302 Average price | $110 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 18m Average total duration 14h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 8m Average total duration 10h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Budapest:
A bus is $103 (€83) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Budapest costing on average $182 (€147).
A bus is $223 (€180) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Budapest costing on average $302 (€243).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 38m.
Bus takes on average 14h 48m.
Tickets start at around $79 (€64) compared to roughly $110 (€89) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $31 (€25). The journey takes 14h 48m versus 8h 29m 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.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $82 |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Budapest buses for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h05 | 10:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 18h40 | 3:10 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h00 | 9:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h05 | 4:50 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h30 | 5:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h05 | 5:50 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h10 | 6:55 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 18h05 | 11:50 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
(Rome -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 6:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 21h40 | 4:15 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
(Rome -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 6:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 22h00 | 4:35 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h55 | 11:40 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h35 | 8:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h15 | 12:55 PM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h55 | 12:35 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h15 | 2:40 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h10 | 3:35 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h55 | 5:50 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h21 | 5:16 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h50 | 6:05 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h40 | 8:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h15 | 6:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h10 | 7:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h30 | 7:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Bologna to Budapest run on average 17 times per day, taking around 14h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 423 miles (682 km) distance in 12h 35m.
Distance 423 miles (682 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 35m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Budapest — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Budapest trip today.
One of Central Europe’s major art museums, with Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and European collections. Especially worthwhile for classical art lovers.
A powerful museum on Hungary’s fascist and communist periods, housed in a former secret police building. It is one of the city’s most discussed historical museums.
The national history museum of Hungary, covering archaeology, medieval history, and key events in the country’s past. A strong introduction to Hungarian culture and statehood.
Budapest’s most atmospheric historic quarter, filled with cobbled streets, viewpoints, and major monuments. It is ideal for slow walks, photography, and evening views.
A monumental square at the end of Andrássy Avenue, known for its statues of Hungarian leaders and ceremonial scale. It is among the city’s most visited public spaces.
A green island in the Danube popular for walking, running, gardens, and relaxed river views. It is especially loved by locals for outdoor time.
Hungary’s iconic paprika-rich soup with beef, potatoes, carrots, and csipetke dumplings. It is one of the most traditional dishes to try in Budapest.
A slow-cooked meat stew seasoned with onion and sweet paprika, usually served with nokedli. It is a classic home-style Hungarian comfort dish.
Tender chicken in a creamy paprika sauce, often served with nokedli. It is one of the best-known Hungarian main courses.
A well-known traditional restaurant serving Hungarian classics such as gulyás, paprikash, and stuffed cabbage in a cozy, old-style setting.
A long-established family restaurant blending Hungarian and Jewish-Hungarian traditions, known for excellent soups, stews, and warm service.
A Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant reinterpreting Hungarian flavors with refined technique and seasonal ingredients.
Moderate by European capital standards. Food, transit, and attractions are fairly priced; central hotels cost more.
Service may be included. If not, tip 10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxis. Small tips are appreciated in bars and for hotel staff.
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