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The cheapest and fastest buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest
Showing times and prices for Nov 07
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
15 h
Average duration
16 h 29 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
817 km
Cheap tickets
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 $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
Fast buses
Of the 23 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Budapest on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 817 km distance in an average of 16 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 17 h 30 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.
FlixBus06:05PM15h00
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)09:05AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
$701One-way
0 transfers
(Amsterdam -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest)10:00PM18h35
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)04:35PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
$791One-way
1 transfer
(Amsterdam -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest)10:00PM18h15
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)04:15PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
$791One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus08:30PM18h30
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)03:00PMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
$811One-way
2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus11:30PM19h15
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)06:45PMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
$811One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus06:05PM15h00
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)09:05AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
$701One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus06:05PM16h10
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)10:15AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
$921One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus08:30PM16h40
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)01:10PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
$971One-way
2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus01:35PM17h05
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)06:40AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
$891One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus04:15AM17h30
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)09:45PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
$871One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest
Omio 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 €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a flight costs an average of €115.
Distance: 507 miles (817 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
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€59 Average price Cheapest | €183 Average price | €98 Average price |
16h 3m Average total duration 15h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 40m Average total duration 10h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 08:16PM | Duration 19h01 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Regiojet | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 5:05 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:40 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 19h30 | 4:10 AM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:05 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 15h00 | 7:05 AM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 5:00 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 23h20 | 4:20 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 18h30 | 1:00 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 19h01 | 7:16 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 20h15 | 8:30 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 17h30 | 8:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 18h50 | 10:05 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 19h15 | 10:50 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest run on average 23 times per day, taking around 15h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:15, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 507 miles (817 km) distance in 15h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 507 miles (817 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 15h 0m |
First bus 02:15 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: FlixBus, Karat-S from Frankfurt am Main Airport to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest with FlixBus, Karat-S for as low as $45 (€36). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15h 0m
Cheapest Price
$45 (€36)
FlixBus frequency
21 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Karat-S
About
Karat-S is a prominent bus operator based in Sofia, Bulgaria, with an extensive transportation network across Europe. The company offers both national and international bus services, connecting various cities in countries like Germany, France, Italy, Spain, and Serbia, in addition to numerous routes within Bulgaria. Karat-S is known for its affordable and punctual services, making it a popular choice for both tourists and daily commuters. Amenities often include air conditioning, adjustable seats, and sometimes Wi-Fi and restrooms, though availability can vary by vehicle. Karat-S operates over 18 daily departures and has a strong presence with offices and points of sale across Europe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
17h 5m
Cheapest Price
$115 (€94)
Karat-S frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; must be packed in a bike bag.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
FAQs: Bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest
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.
Cheap bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest can start from as little as $47 (€38) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest is $75 (€62); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest bus time is 15 h covering the 507 mile (817 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest leaves at 3: 15AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest leaves at 10: 30PM.
Yes, there is 1 direct bus a day from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
For the route from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest you can take a bus with FlixBus or Karat-S. Be sure to check out all possible bus providers that offer services between Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) and Budapest on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest by bus is December.
You have options as you can travel to Budapest from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Karat-S
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest for bus companies FlixBus and Karat-S.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Budapest are:
- Buda Castle, a historic castle complex offering panoramic views of the city and housing the Budapest History Museum
- Parliament Building, an iconic Gothic Revival structure situated on the Danube River, known for its stunning architecture and guided tours
- Fisherman's Bastion, a neo-Gothic terrace providing picturesque views of the Danube and Pest
- St. Stephen's Basilica, a grand cathedral named after Hungary's first king, featuring a beautiful interior and panoramic dome views
- Heroes' Square, a major square in Budapest noted for its iconic statues and the Millennium Monument.
The best things to do in Budapest include:
- Széchenyi Thermal Bath, one of the largest and most popular thermal bath complexes in Europe
- Explore the vibrant Great Market Hall, offering a variety of local foods and crafts
- Take a scenic cruise on the Danube River, providing unique views of Budapest's landmarks
- Visit the House of Terror Museum, which commemorates the victims of the fascist and communist regimes in Hungary
- Enjoy a performance at the Hungarian State Opera House, renowned for its stunning architecture and world-class productions.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus providers FlixBus and Karat-S.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest depends on the bus providers:
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Karat-S
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest, follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest:
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Karat-S
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Karat-S
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Karat-S
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest with the following bus providers: FlixBus and Karat-S
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest with the following bus providers: FlixBus and Karat-S.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Budapest with the following bus companies: FlixBus and Karat-S.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest
Frankfurt am Main
Budapest
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:30-22:00
Distance to city center
5 km
Car connection
Üllői útWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available near the entrance.
Public transit options for Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
4 kmCar connection
Somogyi útWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
Budapest, Mexikói Út M
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Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
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