- 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
$138
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
21 h 10 m
Average duration
21 h 35 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
833 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Naples to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naples to Budapest will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $138.
It's difficult to get from Naples to Budapest without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Naples to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $311.
Distance: 517 miles (833 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$108 Average price | $91 Average price Cheapest | $312 Average price | $403 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 18m Average total duration 20h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 41m Average total duration 26h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 5.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Naples to Budapest:
A flight is $17 (€14) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Naples to Budapest costing on average $108 (€89).
A flight is $222 (€182) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Naples to Budapest costing on average $312 (€257).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Bus takes on average 20h 48m.
Train takes on average 26h 11m.
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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 04:40AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 26h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 27h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 28h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 21h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 27h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 26h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:16PM | Duration 26h06 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 37h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $151 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 25h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 05:11AM | Duration 36h36 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 21h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 21h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $134 |
The table below shows live departures for Naples to Budapest buses for today, Sunday, July 19. 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 · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 26h05 | 3:35 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 PM Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale) | 26h06 | 5:16 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 PM Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale) | 26h55 | 6:05 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 PM Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale) | 26h40 | 5:50 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:35 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 25h15 | 5:50 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:35 PM Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale) | 36h36 | 5:11 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 24h30 | 8:50 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 21h45 | 6:05 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 21h10 | 7:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 21h30 | 7:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 23h35 | 10:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 25h10 | 12:20 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 22h20 | 9:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 29h45 | 4:55 AM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 AM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 26h15 | 6:55 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 27h25 | 12:55 PM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 AM Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale) | 28h45 | 2:40 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 AM Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale) | 28h35 | 2:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 22h00 | 8:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 24h35 | 10:50 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Afragola, Stazione di Napoli Afragola | 21h30 | 8:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Afragola, Stazione di Napoli Afragola | 27h55 | 2:40 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Afragola, Stazione di Napoli Afragola | 24h05 | 10:50 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Naples to Budapest run on average 17 times per day, taking around 20h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $73 (€60) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 517 miles (833 km) distance in 21h 10m.
Distance 517 miles (833 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€60) |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 21h 10m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Budapest — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Budapest trip today.
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
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