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Museum of Fine Arts
Hungary’s top fine arts museum, with major European works from antiquity to the 20th century. Ideal for classic painting, sculpture, and old masters.










Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
6h 50m
Average duration
7h 58m
Buses per day
14
Distance
334 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $188.
Distance: 219 miles (354 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $370 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $119 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest costing on average $40 (€33).
A train is $333 (€274) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest costing on average $370 (€305).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 6m.
Train takes on average 8h 50m.
Tickets start at around $40 (€33) compared to roughly $119 (€98) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $79 (€65). The journey takes 7h 6m versus 5h 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, Infobus, President Tour.
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 Begoo | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
The table below shows live departures for Cluj-Napoca to Budapest buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 6h50 | 5:05 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 7h15 | 5:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 9h30 | 7:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 7h45 | 8:15 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 8h15 | 8:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 8h55 | 9:25 PM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 7h45 | 9:30 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 8h16 | 10:01 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 8h40 | 10:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 7h25 | 1:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 7h55 | 2:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 8h15 | 2:20 AM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 7h05 | 4:15 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 7h36 | 4:46 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
![]() | 12:10 AM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest | 7h00 | 6:10 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:10 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 7h15 | 1:25 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:10 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 6h50 | 1:00 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 11h31 | 6:01 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 12h10 | 6:40 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 11h05 | 5:35 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 12h26 | 7:16 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 AM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 12h21 | 7:16 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 219 miles (354 km) distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 219 miles (354 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
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Hungary’s top fine arts museum, with major European works from antiquity to the 20th century. Ideal for classic painting, sculpture, and old masters.
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Large central park with boating lake, baths, museums, and promenades. A versatile area for families, relaxed walks, and major city attractions.
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Refined Hungarian dining in a historic building, with updated national classics and strong wine service in a formal atmosphere.
Michelin-starred fine dining with a modern tasting menu rooted in Hungarian ingredients. Stylish, intimate, and one of Budapest’s top tables.
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Moderate for Europe: stays and dining are cheaper than in Western capitals, while central hotels and tourist areas cost more. Transit is good value.
About 10% is common in restaurants if no service charge is added. Round up for taxis and leave small change or round up at cafes.
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Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar -> Deák Ferenc tér
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest 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 Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cluj-Napoca to Budapest buses use the Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér. Use this guide to compare Cluj-Napoca and Budapest 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.
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