How to travel from Budapest to Athens

There are 2 options to travel between Budapest and Athens including taking a bus and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Athens is a bus with an average price of $151.

This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Athens:

A bus is $363 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Athens costing on average $513.

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Athens is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 26m.

Other travel options to Athens take longer:

Bus takes on average 33h 54m.

The distance from Budapest to Athens is approximately 698 miles (1124 km).

The average frequency per day from Budapest to Athens is:

• Around 66 flights per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Budapest to Athens:

• Flights mostly depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and arrive in Athens International Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér and arrive in Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Budapest to Athens, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Infobus, FlixBus to go to Athens by bus.
• Travel with Wizz Air, Ryanair, Aegean Airlines, Air Serbia, Swiss, tarom, Pegasus, Brussels Airlines, KLM, Austrian Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Indigo Airlines, Qatar Airways, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, CitizenPlane, Eurowings, Transavia France, Air France, ITA, TAP Portugal to go to Athens by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Budapest to Athens with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct buses per day with Infobus.
• 3 direct flights per day with Wizz Air, Ryanair, Aegean Airlines, CitizenPlane.

Omio customers who travel from Budapest to Athens often also extend their vacation to go to Santorini (Island), Mykonos, Thessaloniki, Istanbul, Rome. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Athens and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Athens to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Athens, you can enjoy panoramic views from Mount Lycabettus, explore the vibrant Monastiraki Flea Market for antiques and souvenirs, and visit the Panathenaic Stadium, the only marble stadium in the world. Take a peaceful stroll through the National Garden of Athens or experience a traditional Greek performance at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus. Don't miss the Acropolis of Athens with its iconic Parthenon, the insightful Acropolis Museum, the historic Ancient Agora, and the extensive collections at the National Archaeological Museum. Wander through Plaka's narrow streets filled with neoclassical architecture and vibrant local shops and cafes.

Three to four days are ideal to explore Athens, allowing time to visit major attractions like the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the Ancient Agora, while also enjoying local cuisine and culture.