How to travel from Banská Bystrica to Budapest

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Compare train and bus for Banská Bystrica to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Banská Bystrica to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł67 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł67, while a bus costs an average of zł67.

Distance: 85 miles (138 km)

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zł244

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3h 24m

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2h 54m

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2h 45m

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The cheapest way to travel from Banská Bystrica to Budapest is a bus with an average price of zł67.

This is compared to other travel options from Banská Bystrica to Budapest:

A bus is zł56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Banská Bystrica to Budapest costing on average zł123.

The fastest way to travel from Banská Bystrica to Budapest is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 38m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Banská Bystrica and Budapest including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Banská Bystrica to Budapest among Omio's users.

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from Banská Bystrica to Budapest

How to get from Banská Bystrica to Budapest by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Banská Bystrica to Budapest is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:00 PM3h50
    Banská Bystrica
    12:50 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
    651One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:00 PM3h50
    Banská Bystrica
    12:50 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
    651One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:30 AM2h35
    Banská Bystrica
    6:05 AMBudapest, Mexikói Út M
    851One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:00 PM2h50
    Banská Bystrica
    11:50 PMBudapest, Mexikói Út M
    811One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:00 PM3h15
    Banská Bystrica
    12:15 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    811One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:55 PM2h40
    Banská Bystrica
    8:35 PMBudapest, Mexikói Út M
    831One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Banská Bystrica to Budapest

Travel to Budapest easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Banská Bystrica to Budapest.

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There are 2 options to travel between Banská Bystrica and Budapest including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Banská Bystrica to Budapest is a bus with an average price of zł67.

This is compared to other travel options from Banská Bystrica to Budapest:

A bus is zł56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Banská Bystrica to Budapest costing on average zł123.

The fastest way to travel from Banská Bystrica to Budapest is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 38m.

The distance from Banská Bystrica to Budapest is approximately 85 miles (138 km).
The average frequency per day from Banská Bystrica to Budapest is:
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Banská Bystrica and Budapest as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Banská Bystrica to Budapest:
  • Buses mostly depart from Banská Bystrica, Mičínská Cesta 1424/16 and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Banská Bystrica to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Budapest by bus.
  • Travel with Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) to go to Budapest by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Banská Bystrica to Budapest:
  • 10 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Banská Bystrica to Budapest often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Prague, Bratislava, Munich, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Budapest and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Budapest to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Budapest, you can relax at the Széchenyi Thermal Bath, explore the vibrant Great Market Hall, take a scenic cruise on the Danube River for unique views of landmarks, visit the House of Terror Museum, and enjoy a performance at the Hungarian State Opera House. Don't miss sights like Buda Castle, the Parliament Building, Fisherman's Bastion, St. Stephen's Basilica, and Heroes' Square for their stunning architecture and historical significance.
Three to four days are generally recommended to explore Budapest’s main attractions, including the historic Buda Castle, thermal baths, and vibrant ruin bars.

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