The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
20 h 10 m
Average duration
20 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
960 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cologne Bonn Airport for Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 960 km distance in an average of 20 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 10 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 20 h 10 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.
10:20 AM20h10Cologne Bonn Airport6:30 AMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$681One-way0 transfers
10:20 AM20h10Cologne Bonn Airport6:30 AMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$681One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $55.
Distance: 596 miles (960 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$97 Average price Cheapest | $404 Average price | $117 Average price | $255 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 17m Average total duration 20h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 29m Average total duration 12h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport costing on average $117 (€93).
A bus is $306 (€245) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport costing on average $404 (€322).
Other travel options to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 59m.
Bus takes on average 20h 47m.
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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.
Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 21h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $85 |
Live departures
Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport buses for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:15 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 18h30 | 7:45 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 20h50 | 6:30 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 20h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $60 (€48) but you can travel from only $55 (€44) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 01:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest bus covers the 596 miles (960 km) distance in 18h 30m.
Distance 596 miles (960 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€48) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 18h 30m |
First bus 1:15 AM |
Last bus 10:35 PM |
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport 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 Ferenc Liszt International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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