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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.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Budapest will cost around $254 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $224.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Budapest without transferring at least 2 times.
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Buses from Madrid to Budapest run on average 20 times per day, taking around 40h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $61 but you can travel from only $19 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 1226 miles (1974 km) distance in 36h 55m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Madrid to Budapest.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 57h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $200 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 42h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $205 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 50h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $151 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 45h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $166 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 43h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $209 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 45h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $177 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 45h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $165 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 61h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $232 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 61h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $271 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 10:16PM | Duration 46h41 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 57h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $237 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 57h06 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $194 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Budapest buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 38h40 | 7:20 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 42h10 | 10:50 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 44h15 | 12:55 PM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 44h20 | 3:25 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 43h55 | 3:00 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 45h25 | 5:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 45h10 | 6:00 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 45h10 | 6:00 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 45h20 | 6:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 44h41 | 5:31 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 45h55 | 6:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 45h00 | 5:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 48h35 | 12:10 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 48h15 | 11:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 53h20 | 4:55 AM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 60h26 | 12:25 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 57h06 | 9:05 AM Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 45h31 | 9:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 47h51 | 11:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 52h56 | 4:55 AM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 42h15 | 9:05 AM Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 40h30 | 7:20 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 41h40 | 8:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
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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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Most Madrid to Budapest buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Budapest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
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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