- Must visit
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
CHF57
Average price
CHF74
Fastest journey
15 h
Average duration
15 h 54 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
817 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest will cost around CHF74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF57.
Of the 24 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Budapest on Wed, Aug 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 817 km distance in an average of 15 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 16 h 35 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from CHF44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF44, and a flight costs an average of CHF121.
Distance: 507 miles (817 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
CHF59 Average price Cheapest | CHF243 Average price | CHF120 Average price | CHF172 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 27m Average total duration 15h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 53m Average total duration 10h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest:
A bus is CHF61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest costing on average CHF120.
A bus is CHF183 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest costing on average CHF243.
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 23m.
Bus takes on average 15h 57m.
Tickets start at around CHF59 compared to roughly CHF172 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF113. The journey takes 15h 57m versus 9h 50m 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 12:15AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price CHF56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price CHF79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 20h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price CHF78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price CHF52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price CHF48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price CHF51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 23h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price CHF70 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price CHF67 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 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 | 4:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 16h35 | 8:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 17h25 | 9:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 18h55 | 11:50 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 17h40 | 4:20 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 19h30 | 6:10 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 18h10 | 5:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 16h25 | 6:40 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 16h50 | 7:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 17h15 | 7:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 15h00 | 9:05 AM Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 15h20 | 9:25 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 16h10 | 10:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 17h10 | 11:15 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 18h50 | 12:55 PM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 1 transfer | |
51510 · 30498 | 7:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 23h20 | 6:20 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
51510 · 30498 | 7:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 22h55 | 5:55 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 21h15 | 5:50 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 transfers | |
(Amsterdam -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 10:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 18h35 | 4:35 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
(Amsterdam -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 10:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 18h15 | 4:15 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 19h15 | 6:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 18h30 | 6:00 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 18h50 | 6:20 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest run on average 24 times per day, taking around 15h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF44 but you can travel from only CHF41 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 507 miles (817 km) distance in 15h 0m.
Distance 507 miles (817 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF44 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 15h 0m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:20 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.
Leading contemporary art museum with strong Hungarian and international shows. Worth visiting for bold exhibitions in a landmark modern building.
National museum covering Hungarian history, archaeology, and statehood. A classic stop for understanding the country beyond Budapest’s landmarks.
UNESCO-listed castle quarter of cobbled streets, courtyards, and viewpoints. Best for atmosphere, heritage walks, and some of Budapest’s finest vistas.
Elegant Andrássy Avenue links the center with Heroes’ Square through palaces and shops. A grand boulevard ideal for walking and historic city views.
Large central park with boating lake, baths, museums, and promenades. A versatile area for families, relaxed walks, and major city attractions.
A rich paprika beef soup with potatoes and vegetables. It is Hungary’s signature comfort dish and a staple in homes and traditional inns.
Slow-cooked beef stew with lots of onion and paprika, usually served with nokedli. A classic example of deep Hungarian paprika flavor.
River fish soup, often carp-based, cooked with hot paprika. It is especially traditional along the Danube and at festive family meals.
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.
Traditional Hungarian restaurant known for goulash, pörkölt, and live music. Warm, old-style atmosphere near the city center.
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 Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest buses use the Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport 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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