- 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
$110
Average price
$113
Fastest journey
23 h 15 m
Average duration
23 h 28 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
943 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Budapest will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $110.
Of the 2 buses that leave Chamonix-Mont-Blanc for Budapest on Wed, Jun 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct buses cover the 943 km distance in an average of 23 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 23 h 15 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest buses will take 23 h 40 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.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $69. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $69, and a train costs an average of $446.
Distance: 585 miles (943 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$100 Average price Cheapest | $185 Average price | $476 Average price | $229 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 25m Average total duration 18h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 22m Average total duration 15h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Budapest:
A bus is $85 (€69) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Budapest costing on average $185 (€150).
A bus is $375 (€303) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Budapest costing on average $476 (€384).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 15h 52m.
Bus takes on average 18h 55m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 12:01AM | Duration 21h11 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 23h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 25h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 23h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 25h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 22h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 28h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 22h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 22h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 25h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 26h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 27h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $97 |
The table below shows live departures for Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Budapest buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:10 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 23h40 | 3:50 AM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Budapest run on average 15 times per day, taking around 18h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $69 (€56) but you can travel from only $54 (€44) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 585 miles (943 km) distance in 21h 11m.
Distance 585 miles (943 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€56) |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 21h 11m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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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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Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport -> Deák Ferenc tér, Budapest
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