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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 Zakopane to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zakopane to Budapest will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
It's difficult to get from Zakopane to Budapest without transferring at least once.
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Buses from Zakopane to Budapest run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 131 miles (211 km) distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 131 miles (211 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Zakopane to Budapest.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 07:16PM | Duration 10h51 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 09:12AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 20h53 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 09:53AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 20h12 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 12h26 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
The table below shows live departures for Zakopane to Budapest buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 AM Zakopane | 10h51 | 7:16 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 AM Zakopane | 10h25 | 6:50 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
(Ostrava -> Brno) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) · RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) | 9:12 AM Poprad-Tatry | 20h53 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3 transfers | |
(Ostrava -> Brno) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) · RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) | 9:12 AM Poprad-Tatry | 20h53 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3 transfers | |
(Prague -> Budapest) · RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) | 9:25 AM Štrba, Nádraží | 20h40 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
(Ostrava -> Brno) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) · RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) | 9:25 AM Štrba, Nádraží | 20h40 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3 transfers | |
(Ostrava -> Brno) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) · RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) | 9:25 AM Štrba, Nádraží | 20h40 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3 transfers | |
(Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) · RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) | 9:53 AM Zakopane | 20h12 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
(Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) · RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) | 9:53 AM Zakopane | 20h12 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Zakopane | 10h15 | 9:30 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Zakopane | 9h46 | 9:01 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Zakopane | 11h55 | 12:50 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Zakopane | 10h55 | 11:50 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Zakopane | 11h20 | 12:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM Zakopane | 12h50 | 7:25 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Zakopane | 10h50 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Zakopane | 9h00 | 6:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Zakopane | 8h35 | 5:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
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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 Zakopane to Budapest buses use the Zakopane, Dworzec PKS to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér. Use this guide to compare Zakopane and Budapest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Zakopane, Dworzec PKS is 1 km from Zakopane city centre. Public transport options include:
Zakopane, Dworzec PKS has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Zakopane, Dworzec PKS. ATMs are aTM located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Zakopane, Dworzec PKS.
Available at Zakopane, Dworzec PKS: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zakopane, Dworzec PKS: The station is wheelchair accessible.
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, Mexikói Út M is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Mexikói Út M has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M. ATMs are available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M.
Available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M: Station is accessible for wheelchair users.
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