How to travel from Novi Sad to Budapest

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Novi Sad to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Novi Sad to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, while a bus costs an average of €25.

Distance: 159 miles (257 km)

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€25

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Cheapest

€67

Average price

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5h 56m

Average total duration

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5h 26m

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3h 4m

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The cheapest way to travel from Novi Sad to Budapest is a train with an average price of €16.

This is compared to other travel options from Novi Sad to Budapest:

A train is €9 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Novi Sad to Budapest costing on average €25.

A train is €213 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Novi Sad to Budapest costing on average €229.

The fastest way to travel from Novi Sad to Budapest is by bus with an average journey time of 5h 56m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 13m.

Flight takes on average 8h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Novi Sad and Budapest including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Novi Sad to Budapest among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €25 compared to roughly €67 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €42. The journey takes 5h 26m versus 3h 4m 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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from Novi Sad to Budapest

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:25 AM6h16
    Novi Sad, Autobuska Stanica (Нови Сад, Aутобуска Cтаница)
    5:41 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    221One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:25 AM6h16
    Novi Sad, Autobuska Stanica (Нови Сад, Aутобуска Cтаница)
    5:41 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    221One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS722 · OS635
    11:05 AM3h25
    Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
    2:30 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    2551One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:25 AM6h21
    Novi Sad, Autobuska Stanica (Нови Сад, Aутобуска Cтаница)
    5:46 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    221One-way
    0 transfers
  • Terra Travel
    7:30 AM5h45
    Novi Sad, Autobuska Stanica (Нови Сад, Aутобуска Cтаница)
    1:15 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    241One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:45 PM4h45
    Novi Sad, Autobuska Stanica (Нови Сад, Aутобуска Cтаница)
    10:30 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS726 · OS631
    7:00 AM3h35
    Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
    10:35 AMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    2551One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS724 · OS639
    6:30 PM3h55
    Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
    10:25 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    2551One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS726 · OS635
    7:00 AM7h30
    Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
    2:30 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    2551One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Novi Sad 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 Novi Sad to Budapest.

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There are 3 options to travel between Novi Sad and Budapest including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Novi Sad to Budapest is a train with an average price of €16.

This is compared to other travel options from Novi Sad to Budapest:

A train is €9 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Novi Sad to Budapest costing on average €25.

A train is €213 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Novi Sad to Budapest costing on average €229.

The fastest way to travel from Novi Sad to Budapest is by bus with an average journey time of 5h 56m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 13m.

Flight takes on average 8h 32m.

The distance from Novi Sad to Budapest is approximately 159 miles (257 km).
The average frequency per day from Novi Sad to Budapest is:
  • Around 20 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Novi Sad to Budapest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Novi Sad, Autobuska Stanica (Нови Сад, Aутобуска Cтаница) and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Novi Sad to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Srbija Voz to go to Budapest by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Terra Travel, Polazak, Terra Travel d.o.o., Siamos Tours to go to Budapest by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Novi Sad to Budapest:
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Terra Travel, Terra Travel d.o.o., Siamos Tours.
Omio customers who travel from Novi Sad 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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