- 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
$106
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
21 h 45 m
Average duration
23 h 48 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
1129 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Budapest will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
It's difficult to get from Brussels to Budapest without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $72. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $72, and a train costs an average of $157.
Distance: 701 miles (1129 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$134 Average price Cheapest | $206 Average price | $287 Average price | $296 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 27m Average total duration 20h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 46m Average total duration 13h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.1 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | 3.4 - 6.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Brussels to Budapest:
A bus is $72 (€58) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Budapest costing on average $206 (€166).
A bus is $153 (€123) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Budapest costing on average $287 (€231).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 16m.
Bus takes on average 20h 57m.
Tickets start at around $134 (€108) compared to roughly $296 (€239) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $162 (€131). The journey takes 20h 57m versus 14h 18m 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 12:45AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 27h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 29h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 26h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 27h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 32h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 28h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 27h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 25h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 27h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 27h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 25h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $77 |
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Budapest buses for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 28h05 | 7:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 29h15 | 8:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 28h20 | 8:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Brussels, Gare Du Midi | 27h50 | 7:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Brussels, Gare Du Midi | 29h00 | 8:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Brussels, Gare Du Midi | 28h05 | 8:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 25h35 | 5:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 26h30 | 6:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 25h55 | 6:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 27h50 | 9:30 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 25h20 | 11:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 24h15 | 10:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 28h40 | 3:10 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, June 4 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 29h45 | 7:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 26h55 | 6:10 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 28h15 | 7:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 29h50 | 9:05 AM Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 29h25 | 8:40 AM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 27h30 | 7:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 AM Brussels, Gare Du Midi | 32h40 | 6:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Brussels to Budapest run on average 18 times per day, taking around 20h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $72 (€58) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 701 miles (1129 km) distance in 22h 5m.
Distance 701 miles (1129 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€58) |
Buses per day 18 |
Fastest bus 22h 5m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 77 days |
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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