Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 17 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zagreb to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Budapest will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 21 buses that leave Zagreb for Budapest on Thu, Jul 17, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 17 the direct buses cover the 299 km distance in an average of 4 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
On Thu, Jul 17 the slowest buses will take 4 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.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €130.
Distance: 185 miles (299 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€32 Average price Cheapest | €71 Average price | €329 Average price |
5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:59 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h47 | 3:46 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:59 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h21 | 3:20 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:59 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 6h21 | 4:20 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 0 transfersDirect | |
Thursday, July 17 | |||||
![]() | 4:10 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h10 | 9:20 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:10 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 4h40 | 8:50 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 4h50 | 10:20 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h50 | 11:20 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h16 | 10:46 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h45 | 12:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h30 | 12:00 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 4h15 | 1:00 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 4h40 | 1:25 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 4h30 | 4:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 4h05 | 4:05 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 4h20 | 6:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 4h45 | 6:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 4h40 | 9:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 4h15 | 8:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:05 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h15 | 10:20 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 19h15 | 3:55 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:40 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 19h40 | 4:20 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Distance 185 miles (299 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Travel between Zagreb and Budapest from $25 (€20) with Omio’s bus partners FlixBus, Nomago and Infobus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient journey for you.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
Zagreb to Budapest bus information with FlixBus:
Buses from Zagreb to Budapest usually operate at least twice a day – usually in the morning and afternoon. The distance between Zagreb and Budapest is approximately 345 kilometers. There are direct and indirect services; however, the journey tends to be direct. It takes about 5 hours to arrive in Budapest. The main bus operator for this route is FlixBus.
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Average prices for buses from Zagreb to Budapest when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
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Same Day |
€29 |
1 Day in Advance |
€29 |
1 Week in Advance |
€23 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€19 |
1 Month in Advance |
€17 |
3 Months in Advance |
€17 |
Zagreb to Budapest Buses: General Information
While taking a bus is slower than flying, it can take as little as 5 h to arrive in Budapest.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Zagreb to Budapest buses decrease the further they are booked in advance:
Buses from Zagreb to Budapest normally depart from Zagreb's Autobusni Kolodvor bus terminal, which is located along Avenija Marina Držića. It is the largest bus station in Croatia and is a major hub for local and international travel. Trams, including route number 6, provide services between Zagreb's town center and the station. For those arriving by train, catch trams 2, 3 or 6 just outside Zagreb train station – the journey to the bus station takes approximately 10 minutes. There is a large parking lot in the northern area of the station, which is ideal for those arriving by car or taxi.
Budapest is a vibrant city that is located on both sides of the Danube River. While here, visitors can go for a dip in one of the city’s natural thermal spas, savour aromatic coffee from a traditional coffee house, and visit sites of historical interest, such as the neo-Gothic Parliament building, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and Vajdahunyad Budapest. Buses from Zagreb to Budapest usually arrive at Budapest Nepliget Hst 5. This bus stop is situated opposite the Nepliget metro station (blue line M3), which is 10 minutes from the city center. Bus number 254E and tram route 1 also provide onward travel to the center.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Zagreb, Bus Station, which is located around 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás, located 3.3 miles (5.4 km) away from the city centre.
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