How to travel from Budapest to Banská Bystrica

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Compare bus and train for Budapest to Banská Bystrica

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Banská Bystrica among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, while a train costs an average of $32.

Distance: 85 miles (138 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Banská Bystrica is a bus with an average price of $18.

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

A bus is $14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Banská Bystrica costing on average $32.

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Banská Bystrica is by train with an average journey time of 6h 34m.

Other travel options to Banská Bystrica take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 2m.

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

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from Budapest to Banská Bystrica

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:55 AM3h50
    Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
    8:45 AMBanská Bystrica
    $191One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:55 AM3h50
    Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
    8:45 AMBanská Bystrica
    $191One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:35 PM2h40
    Budapest, Mexikói Út M
    2:15 AMBanská Bystrica
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:25 PM2h50
    Budapest, Mexikói Út M
    4:15 PMBanská Bystrica
    $201One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:55 AM2h50
    Budapest, Mexikói Út M
    8:45 AMBanská Bystrica
    $201One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:20 PM2h50
    Budapest, Mexikói Út M
    7:10 PMBanská Bystrica
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Budapest to Banská Bystrica

Travel to Banská Bystrica 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 Budapest to Banská Bystrica.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Budapest and Banská Bystrica including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Banská Bystrica is a bus with an average price of $18.

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

A bus is $14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Banská Bystrica costing on average $32.

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Banská Bystrica is by train with an average journey time of 6h 34m.

Other travel options to Banská Bystrica take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 2m.

The distance from Budapest to Banská Bystrica is approximately 85 miles (138 km).
The average frequency per day from Budapest to Banská Bystrica is:
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Budapest to Banská Bystrica:
  • Buses mostly depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arrive in Banská Bystrica, Autobusová Stanica.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Budapest to Banská Bystrica, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Banská Bystrica by bus.
  • Travel with Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Railjet to go to Banská Bystrica by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Budapest to Banská Bystrica:
  • 10 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Budapest to Banská Bystrica often also extend their vacation to go to Bratislava, Prague, Kraków, Vienna, Košice. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Banská Bystrica and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Banská Bystrica to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Banská Bystrica, visitors can explore the Banská Bystrica Museum to learn about the region's history, hike up Urpín Hill for panoramic city views, or visit the Donovaly Ski Resort for winter sports. For a unique adventure, try Hron River Rafting, or enjoy a Local Wine Tasting Tour to sample renowned wines. Notable sights include the Slovak National Uprising Square, the Museum of the Slovak National Uprising, the historic Banská Bystrica Castle, the ornate St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, and the tranquil Matej Bel University Botanical Garden.
To explore Banská Bystrica's historic center, museums, and nearby natural attractions comfortably, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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