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Compare bus for Cardiff to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $210 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 36h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $210, while a bus costs an average of $210.
Distance: 1030 miles (1658 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$210 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
36h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare ways to travel from Cardiff to Budapest
Compare the available ways to get from Cardiff to Budapest, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around $210 (€176) compared to roughly $78 (€65) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$132 (-€110). The journey takes 35h 35m versus 20h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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How to get from Cardiff to Budapest by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Cardiff to Budapest is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
4:25 PM 36h00 Cardiff 4:25 AM Budapest $134 1 One-way 0 transfers
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4:25 PM 36h00 Cardiff 4:25 AM Budapest $134 1 One-way 0 transfers
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4:25 PM 36h00 Cardiff 4:25 AM Budapest $134 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 11 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cardiff and Budapest as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) and arrive in Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Budapest by bus.
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