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Hungarian National Museum
The national archaeology and history museum, covering Hungary’s story from early history to the modern era in a grand neoclassical building.
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
16 h 35 m
Average duration
17 h 34 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
834 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
Of the 7 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 834 km distance in an average of 17 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 35 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 18 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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(Amsterdam -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest)Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, and a flight costs an average of $137.
Distance: 518 miles (834 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$77 Average price Cheapest | $252 Average price | $156 Average price | $215 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 53m Average total duration 14h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 19m Average total duration 10h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport:
A bus is $79 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport costing on average $156 (€128).
A bus is $175 (€143) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport costing on average $252 (€206).
Other travel options to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 49m.
Bus takes on average 14h 23m.
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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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:25 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 18h20 | 5:45 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 | 2:15 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 17h15 | 7:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 · FlixBus | 8:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 19h00 | 3:35 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 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 · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 19h15 | 6:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 14h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $57 (€46) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:20, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 518 miles (834 km) distance in 16h 35m.
Distance 518 miles (834 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€46) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 16h 35m |
First bus 2:20 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
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The national archaeology and history museum, covering Hungary’s story from early history to the modern era in a grand neoclassical building.
Major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with Old Masters, European painting, sculpture, and temporary blockbusters.
Hungary’s leading art museum inside Buda Castle, featuring medieval, renaissance, baroque, and modern Hungarian works.
Historic district of cobbled streets, viewpoints, and medieval atmosphere around Buda Castle and Matthias Church.
Elegant boulevard lined with mansions, theaters, and cafés, connecting the center with Heroes’ Square.
Classic panoramic hill with lookout points over Budapest, especially popular for sunrise and sunset views.
Hungary’s iconic paprika-rich soup with beef, potatoes, and vegetables; a classic introduction to Magyar flavors.
A traditional Hungarian meat stew slowly cooked with onions and paprika, often served with nokedli.
Tender chicken in a creamy paprika sauce, one of the country’s best-known comfort dishes.
Established family-run restaurant praised for Hungarian and Jewish-Hungarian cooking with classic hospitality.
Upscale restaurant known for refined Hungarian-inspired cuisine and polished modern atmosphere.
Popular, long-running bistro serving Hungarian classics and international dishes in a lively setting.
Airport prices are higher than central Budapest, but the city is still moderate by European standards.
Service may be included. If not, tip 10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxis. Small tips are optional in cafes and bars.
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