How to travel from Rome to Budapest

Tue, Sep 15
+ Add return
Travel by bus, flight with
Wizz Air
FlixBus
ÖBB | Nightjet
Ryanair
Malta Air
1,000+ more
Wizz Air
FlixBus
ÖBB | Nightjet
Ryanair
Malta Air
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare bus and flight for Rome to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of €64 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.8 - 2.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €64, while a bus costs an average of €105.

Distance: 503 miles (810 km)

Compare flight with

Most popular
Flight
Bus

€64

Average price

Cheapest

€105

Average price

5h 14m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 14m

Onboard

+

2h 0m

Additional time*

20h 37m

Average total duration

20h 7m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2.4 - 4.9kg

CO2 emissions

0.8 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
Wizz Air

Most popular airline

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Travel options
from Rome to Budapest

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • RyanairFR 8246
    9:05 PM1h40
    Rome Ciampino Airport
    10:45 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    351One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 8246
    9:05 PM1h40
    Rome Ciampino Airport
    10:45 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    351One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 8246
    9:05 PM1h40
    Rome Ciampino Airport
    10:45 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    351One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:20 PM20h45
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    6:05 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    831One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:05 PM21h35
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    2:40 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    841One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:20 PM20h11
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    5:31 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    851One-way
    1 transfer
  • RyanairFR 6516
    8:55 AM1h40
    Rome Ciampino Airport
    10:35 AMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    421One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsEW2885 · EW2784
    4:40 PM3h50
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    8:30 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    1851One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO302 · LO537
    10:45 AM6h10
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    4:55 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    1951One-way
    1 transfer

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, buses and flights

Compare bus and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Mon
Sep 14
Tue
Sep 15
Wed
Sep 16
Thu
Sep 17
Fri
Sep 18
Sat
Sep 19
Sun
Sep 20
Mon
Sep 21
Tue
Sep 22
Wed
Sep 23
Thu
Sep 24
Fri
Sep 25
Sat
Sep 26
Sun
Sep 27
Mon
Sep 28
Tue
Sep 29
Wed
Sep 30
Thu
Oct 01
Fri
Oct 02
Sat
Oct 03
Sun
Oct 04

How to get from Rome to Budapest

The Best Way According to our Users

When it comes to choosing a method of transportation from Rome to Budapest, 100,00% of our customers do not hesitate to choose the flight as their preferred way to travel. Nowadays, passengers who want to fly around Europe have more options than ever before. With dozens of budget airlines covering several routes which connect to virtually all European countries, taking a flight to reach your desired destination is easy and inexpensive. The low fares and the short flight time are, among others, some of the reasons why our users choose the airplane as the best way to get from Rome to Budapest, even if they have to face baggage limitations and long lines at check-in and security control. You can book your flights with Omio to make sure you are always taking the fastest route or getting the best deal. You can also add extra luggage and book securely with several methods of payment such as Apple Pay, PayPal and more.

Search on Omio to find cheap tickets from Rome to Budapest. It’s easy to find the most attractive prices and choose your preferred route for your journey. Book on web or app, and travel with your mobile ticket —without the stress of printing your ticket.

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Travel from Rome 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 Rome to Budapest.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Rome and Budapest including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Budapest is a flight with an average price of €64.

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

A flight is €41 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Budapest costing on average €105.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 14m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 17h 25m.

Bus takes on average 20h 37m.

The distance from Rome to Budapest is approximately 503 miles (810 km).
The average frequency per day from Rome to Budapest is:
  • Around 53 flights per day.
  • Around 22 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rome 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 Rome to Budapest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rome 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, Malta Air, Lufthansa, Lot Polish Airlines, Air France, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, KLM, Eurowings to go to Budapest by flight.
  • Travel with ÖBB | Nightjet, Intercity Notte, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB to go to Budapest by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Rome to Budapest:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Wizz Air, Ryanair, Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Rome 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.
HomeTravelTravel to BudapestHow to travel from Rome to Budapest

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone