How to travel from Madrid to Budapest

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

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Budapest is a flight with an average price of €112.

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

A flight is €62 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Budapest costing on average €175.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 54m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Bus takes on average 37h 52m.

The distance from Madrid to Budapest is approximately 1226 miles (1974 km).

The average frequency per day from Madrid to Budapest is:

• Around 67 flights per day.
• Around 19 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid 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 Madrid to Budapest:

• Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid 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 Wizz Air, Ryanair, Iberia, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Air France, KLM, Pascan Aviation, Iberia Express to go to Budapest by flight.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Madrid to Budapest:

• 3 direct flights per day with Wizz Air, Ryanair, Iberia, Iberia Express.

Omio customers who travel from Madrid 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.