How to travel from Liverpool to Budapest

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Compare bus and flight for Liverpool to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $170 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $170, while a flight costs an average of $204.

Distance: 1045 miles (1683 km)

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$204

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$170

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$150

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4h 46m

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2h 46m

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36h 43m

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36h 13m

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21h 55m

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The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Budapest is a bus with an average price of $170 (€138).

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

A bus is $34 (€28) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Liverpool to Budapest costing on average $204 (€166).

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 46m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Bus takes on average 36h 43m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool and Budapest including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Liverpool to Budapest among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 19h 9m sooner (2h 46m by flight vs 21h 55m by car). Tickets start at around $204 (€166) compared to roughly $150 (€122) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Liverpool to Budapest

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBus
    10:50 AM42h35
    Liverpool
    5:25 AMBudapest
    $881One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    10:50 AM42h35
    Liverpool
    5:25 AMBudapest
    $881One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    10:50 AM42h35
    Liverpool
    5:25 AMBudapest
    $881One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    11:45 PM55h55
    Liverpool
    7:40 AMBudapest
    $1581One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    10:45 PM55h55
    Liverpool
    6:40 AMBudapest
    $2491One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    7:15 PM56h20
    Liverpool
    3:35 AMBudapest
    $2611One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Budapest.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Liverpool and Budapest including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Budapest is a bus with an average price of $170 (€138).

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

A bus is $34 (€28) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Liverpool to Budapest costing on average $204 (€166).

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 46m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Bus takes on average 36h 43m.

The distance from Liverpool to Budapest is approximately 1045 miles (1683 km).
The average frequency per day from Liverpool to Budapest is:
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 1 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Liverpool and Budapest 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 Liverpool to Budapest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Liverpool John Lennon Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Liverpool 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 Ryanair, Wizz Air to go to Budapest by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Liverpool to Budapest:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Wizz Air.
Omio customers who travel from Liverpool 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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