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Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
A major complex of art museums covering Flemish masters, Old Masters, and modern art. One of Brussels' essential cultural visits for its scale and national importance.
Cheapest price
$124
Average price
$174
Fastest journey
23 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 18 m
Buses per day
29
Distance
1129 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Brussels will cost around $174 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $124.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Brussels without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 23m. 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 $77, and a train costs an average of $110.
Distance: 701 miles (1129 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$132 Average price Cheapest | $176 Average price | $267 Average price | $294 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 55m Average total duration 16h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 16m Average total duration 14h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 49m 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 Budapest to Brussels:
A bus is $43 (€35) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Brussels costing on average $176 (€143).
A bus is $135 (€110) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Brussels costing on average $267 (€218).
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 46m.
Bus takes on average 16h 25m.
Tickets start at around $132 (€108) compared to roughly $294 (€240) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $162 (€132). The journey takes 16h 25m versus 13h 49m 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 02:25AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 28h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 26h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 32h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 24h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 24h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 32h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 27h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 27h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 29h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 29h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 25h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 24h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 31h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 28h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 30h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 27h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 27h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 31h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 26h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 32h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 30h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 26h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 26h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 31h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $87 |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Brussels buses for today, Friday, June 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 · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 26h00 | 1:45 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 31h25 | 7:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 AM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 28h55 | 7:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 26h55 | 7:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 32h00 | 1:55 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 24h35 | 7:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 24h15 | 7:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 32h15 | 3:50 PM Brussels, Gare Du Midi | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 30h05 | 1:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 28h50 | 12:25 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 27h40 | 12:25 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 27h15 | 12:25 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 29h35 | 3:50 PM Brussels, Gare Du Midi | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 27h25 | 1:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 29h10 | 3:50 PM Brussels, Gare Du Midi | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 27h00 | 1:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 25h15 | 1:55 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 24h10 | 1:55 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:40 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 23h15 | 1:55 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 29h00 | 10:10 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 31h50 | 1:45 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 28h15 | 10:10 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 30h30 | 1:45 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 26h55 | 10:10 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 27h20 | 12:35 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 27h15 | 1:45 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 26h45 | 1:45 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 32h15 | 7:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 PM Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca | 26h25 | 1:45 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Budapest to Brussels run on average 23 times per day, taking around 16h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $77 (€63) 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 23h 15m.
Distance 701 miles (1129 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€63) |
Buses per day 23 |
Fastest bus 23h 15m |
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 91 days |
Discover the best of Brussels — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brussels trip today.
A major complex of art museums covering Flemish masters, Old Masters, and modern art. One of Brussels' essential cultural visits for its scale and national importance.
Dedicated to René Magritte, this museum holds the world's largest collection of his works. It is a standout stop for surrealism lovers and one of Brussels' most famous museums.
A contemporary art museum known for street art, digital culture, and youth-oriented exhibitions. It became especially popular with younger visitors and on social media.
A landscaped cultural hill linking the upper and lower city, known for its formal gardens and classic skyline view. It is one of Brussels' best walking and photography spots.
A beautiful 19th-century covered arcade with elegant glass roofing and historic atmosphere. It is one of the city's most photogenic and fashionable passages.
A grand urban park laid out around monumental buildings and the Cinquantenaire Arch. Ideal for a walk, photos, and combining with nearby museums.
Brussels’ classic pairing of mussels steamed with white wine, celery, and herbs, served with crisp fries. It is one of the city’s most iconic and widely loved meals.
A traditional Belgian beef and onion stew slowly cooked with dark beer, often slightly sweet-sour and served with fries or bread. It is a staple of local brasserie cuisine.
A comforting Brussels side dish of mashed potatoes mixed with seasonal vegetables such as carrots, leeks, or spinach, often served with sausage or meat.
Well-regarded Belgian restaurant serving regional classics, strong beer pairings, and seasonal ingredients in a cozy, old-Brussels dining room.
One of Brussels’ landmark fine-dining restaurants, celebrated for refined Belgian-influenced cuisine, polished service, and an elegant Art Nouveau setting.
Popular traditional restaurant near Sainte-Catherine known for generous Belgian comfort food, beer-based stews, and an unfussy, bustling atmosphere.
Moderate by Western European standards. Beer, waffles, and transit are reasonable; hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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