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Musée d'art et d'histoire
A major fine arts museum with strong Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern art, in a grand historic building.
Cheapest price on Sep 30
$103
Average ticket price on Sep 30
$129
Fastest journey on Sep 30
18 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 30
19 h 11 m
Buses on Sep 30
20
Distance
990 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Geneva will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $103.
On Wed, Sep 30, we found 20 buses from Budapest to Geneva, including 2 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 30 the direct buses cover the 990 km distance in an average of 19 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 10 m .
On Wed, Sep 30 the slowest buses will take 20 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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FlixBus · FlixBus| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 21h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 29h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 23h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 31h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 30h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 25h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 24h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 21h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 25h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 24h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 24h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 23h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 22h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 37h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $171 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 37h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $162 |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Geneva buses for today, Tuesday, September 29. 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 | 10:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 20h25 | 6:40 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 20h00 | 6:40 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 21h55 | 8:50 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 21h35 | 8:50 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 20h10 | 1:50 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 19h55 | 1:50 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 24h15 | 7:10 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 23h55 | 7:10 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 7:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 18h10 | 1:50 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 21h30 | 4:15 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 28h00 | 10:45 AM Genève, Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 23h05 | 6:40 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Budapest to Geneva run on average 15 times per day, taking around 20h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $67 (€55) but you can travel from only $45 (€37) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 615 miles (990 km) distance in 17h 35m.
Distance 615 miles (990 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€55) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 17h 35m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Geneva 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 Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Geneva buses use the Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Geneve, Place Dorcière station pair, with some services arriving at Genève, Aéroport. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Geneva 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.
Geneve, Place Dorcière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km), Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Geneve, Place Dorcière.
Available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève, Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Montreux Jazz Café (in the station), La Cuisine (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the airport terminal, near the bus station entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Aéroport.
Available at Genève, Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Aéroport: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Swiss Bakery (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and in the main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Gare Routière.
Available at Genève, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
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