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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Berlin to Budapest

Showing times and prices for 20 Feb

Cheapest price

£50

Average price

£73

Fastest journey

10 h 50 m

Average duration

11 h 9 m

Buses per day

72

Distance

688 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Berlin to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Berlin to Budapest will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £50.

Fast coaches

Of the 72 buses that leave Berlin for Budapest every day 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 688 km distance in an average of 11 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 11 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

ArdaTur6597566
12:0011h50
Berlin
23:50Budapest
£501One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
23:1511h55
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
11:10Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
£611One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
23:0012h10
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
11:10Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
£611One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
19:0011h25
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
06:25Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
£611One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
19:2011h05
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
06:25Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
£611One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Berlin to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a flight costs an average of £18.

Distance: 688 km

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Train

£50

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Cheapest

£205

Average Price

£123

Average Price

9h 24m

Average total duration

8h 54m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 8m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

10h 29m

Average total duration

9h 59m

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30m

Additional time*

0.7 - 1.7kg

CO2 emissions

2.1 - 4.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Berlin to Budapest bus times

The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Budapest coaches for tomorrow, Friday 20 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 23:21
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus05:10 Berlin, Alexanderplatz
14h45
19:55 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus05:10 Berlin, Alexanderplatz
13h50
19:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus05:10 Berlin, Alexanderplatz
13h35
18:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus07:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
12h00
19:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus07:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
11h45
18:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus07:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
11h30
18:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus07:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
11h45
19:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus07:15 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
14h55
22:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus08:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
14h05
22:05 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus08:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
13h50
22:05 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:20 Berlin, Alexanderplatz
12h25
20:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:20 Berlin, Alexanderplatz
12h10
20:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
13h01
23:01 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
12h10
23:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
11h50
22:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás0 changesdirect
ams_arda_tur659756611:00 Berlin
11h50
22:50 Budapest0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
11h50
23:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
11h30
22:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
18h40
07:20 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus13:00 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
18h20
07:20 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus13:50 Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße)
15h35
05:25 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus13:50 Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße)
15h20
05:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus14:15 Berlin, Alexanderplatz
17h50
08:05 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus14:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
17h45
08:05 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus14:35 Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße)
17h30
08:05 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus15:00 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
17h05
08:05 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus15:40 Berlin, Alexanderplatz
13h30
05:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus15:40 Berlin, Alexanderplatz
13h45
05:25 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar1 change
studentagencyconnect_regio_jet(Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest)16:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
12h50
05:05 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar1 change
studentagencyconnect_regio_jet(Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest)16:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
12h30
04:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus18:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
11h25
05:25 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus18:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
11h10
05:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus18:05 Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee)
15h25
09:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus18:05 Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee)
16h10
10:15 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér1 change
studentagencyconnect_regio_jet(Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest)18:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
21h00
15:15 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás2 changes
studentagencyconnect_regio_jet(Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest)18:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
21h20
15:35 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus18:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
11h05
05:25 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus18:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
10h50
05:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás0 changesdirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus18:39 Berlin Spandau
14h51
09:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás1 change
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus18:39 Berlin Spandau
15h11
09:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus18:40 Berlin, Alexanderplatz
12h50
07:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus18:40 Berlin, Alexanderplatz
15h35
10:15 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus18:40 Berlin, Alexanderplatz
13h10
07:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar1 change
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus18:57 Berlin Hbf
14h33
09:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás1 change
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus18:57 Berlin Hbf
14h53
09:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar1 change
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus19:03 Berlin Südkreuz station
14h47
09:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar1 change
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus19:03 Berlin Südkreuz station
14h27
09:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus20:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
11h50
07:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus20:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
11h30
07:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás0 changesdirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus20:12 Berlin Spandau
14h04
10:16 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar2 changes
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus20:12 Berlin Spandau
14h03
10:15 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus20:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
11h15
07:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus20:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
11h35
07:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar0 changesdirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus20:28 Berlin Hbf
13h48
10:16 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar2 changes
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus20:28 Berlin Hbf
15h42
12:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás2 changes
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus20:28 Berlin Hbf
13h47
10:15 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus20:30 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
13h45
10:15 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér1 change
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus20:37 Berlin Südkreuz station
15h33
12:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás2 changes
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus20:37 Berlin Südkreuz station
13h39
10:16 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar2 changes
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus20:37 Berlin Südkreuz station
13h38
10:15 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus20:45 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
13h30
10:15 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus22:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
12h10
10:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus22:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
11h50
09:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus22:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
11h55
10:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus22:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
11h35
09:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus22:50 Berlin, Alexanderplatz
12h55
11:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus22:50 Berlin, Alexanderplatz
12h35
11:25 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus22:50 Berlin, Alexanderplatz
16h45
15:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus22:59 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
15h36
14:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Berlin to Budapest

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Buses from Berlin to Budapest run on average 66 times per day, taking around 8h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.

There are 22 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 688 km distance in 10h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £18
Distance
688 km
Average bus duration
8h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
£33
Buses per day
66
Direct buses
22
Fastest bus
10h 50m
First bus
00:04
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £18

Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, ArdaTur, Ryanair from Berlin to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Budapest with FlixBus, Infobus, ArdaTur, Ryanair for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 50m
Cheapest Price
£36
FlixBus frequency
72 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Infobus

About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Infobus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.

ArdaTur

About
ArdaTur is a bus company based in Haskovo, Bulgaria, established in 1991. It offers extensive bus services across seven countries, including Bulgaria, Greece, Turkey, Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Germany. ArdaTur operates over 233 daily departures, primarily from major cities like Istanbul, Sofia, and Thessaloniki, providing both intercity and regional routes. The company emphasizes passenger comfort with amenities such as Wi-Fi, restrooms, individual monitors, and complimentary food and drinks on international lines. ArdaTur maintains a modern fleet of over 80 luxury buses and has its own garage and service facility to ensure vehicle reliability and safety.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 50m
Cheapest Price
£34
ArdaTur frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage up to 15 kg and two pieces of checked luggage up to 35 kg each are included.
Additional luggage
Additional baggage or cargo is accepted for transport if there is free space and for a separate charge.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, with refunds ranging from 50% to 100% depending on the time before departure, and no refunds for cancellations less than 24 hours prior.
Refund
If the trip is delayed through the fault of the carrier, 100% of the ticket value and compensation for direct costs to the place of departure will be refunded with supporting documents.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are possible when buying a ticket or at Arda Tur offices up to 24 hours before departure during weak periods and 72 hours during busy periods.
Toilets
Accessibility
Passengers with disabilities receive discounts and priority seating, and folding wheelchairs are transported free of charge with advance registration.
Bikes
Only foldable bikes are allowed.

Ryanair

About
Ryanair is one of Europe’s largest and most popular low-cost airlines, headquartered in Ireland. It offers affordable flights to destinations across the continent, often operating to smaller or secondary airports outside major cities to keep fares low. All Ryanair tickets include an allowance for one small personal bag, with additional fees for cabin baggage and checked luggage. Known for its extensive network and budget-friendly fares, Ryanair makes it easy to travel quickly and affordably to popular European destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
£18
Luggage included
One small personal bag (40x20x25cm)
Additional luggage
10kg bag (55x40x20cm) or 20kg checked bag available for purchase
Cancellation Policy
Non-refundable tickets. Flight changes possible with fee plus fare difference. Free changes within 24h of booking
Pregnant on board
Up to 28th week of pregnancy can fly freely. Between 28-36 weeks, medical certificate required. Not allowed after 36 weeks
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minor service available for ages 5-12, €60 per flight. Must be booked at least 7 days before departure
Amenities on board the bus
Accessibility
Ryanair provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, must be booked at least 48 hours before flight

Buses from Berlin to Budapest: Journey Details

Buses regularly travel the 870 kilometre distance between Berlin and Budapest, with departures leaving every day. Services are provided by a number of firms, including Eurolines, Berlin Linien Bus, OrangeWays and PostBus. Journey times can last between 12 hours and 21 hours, depending on the service chosen. The earliest buses from Berlin to Budapest leave at around 7:00 a.m., while there are mid-morning services at 11:00 a.m. and an evening departure at 5:00 p.m. as well. Eurolines services require a change in Prague, and OrangeWays travel straight to Budapest.

Taking the Bus from Berlin

PostBus services to Budapest depart from the Berlin Zoo coach stop, which can be found at Hardenbergplatz. This is connected to the rest of Berlin via the Berlin Zoologischer Garten U-Bahn stop, along with regional towns and suburbs via the S-Bahn. OrangeWays and Eurolines buses from Berlin to Budapest depart from Berlin Central Bus Station. The Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof can be found to the west of the city centre, near the Messe Nord S-Bahn stop and the Kaiserdamm U-Bahn stop. Berlin has excellent night bus and train services, so catching early or late departures should be easy.

Getting into Budapest by Bus

The capital of Hungary is an elegant city which has preserved its 18th and 19th century glories. Visitors will be treated to architectural delights like the Fisherman's Bastion, the Church of St. Matthias and the Parliament Building, as well as quirky attractions like the Turkish Baths. All buses from Berlin to Budapest arrive at the city's Népliget bus station. To reach the centre of town, catch the metro from nearby Nagyvárad tér or Ecseri út stations, or take tram route 1, which traces a circular route around the city centre.

FAQs: Berlin to Budapest coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Budapest by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Berlin to Budapest can start from as little as £33 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Berlin to Budapest is £50; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Berlin to Budapest is 10h 50m to travel the 688 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Berlin to Budapest leaves at 0:04. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Berlin to Budapest leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 22 direct coaches a day from Berlin to Budapest with FlixBus, Infobus, ArdaTur. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Berlin to Budapest, you can count on FlixBus, Infobus, ArdaTur, Ryanair for the best way to get you to Budapest. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Berlin and Budapest and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Budapest from Berlin is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 10h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Berlin to Budapest is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Berlin and Budapest including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Berlin to Budapest for coach company FlixBus, Infobus, ArdaTur.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Berlin to Budapest:
  • Infobus
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
  • ArdaTur
    • Passengers with disabilities receive discounts and priority seating, and folding wheelchairs are transported free of charge with advance registration.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Berlin to Budapest depends on the coach companies:
  • Infobus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
  • ArdaTur
    • Cancellation policies vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, with refunds ranging from 50% to 100% depending on the time before departure, and no refunds for cancellations less than 24 hours prior.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, Infobus, ArdaTur.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Berlin to Budapest.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Berlin to Budapest:
  • Infobus
    • One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
  • ArdaTur
    • One piece of hand luggage up to 15 kg and two pieces of checked luggage up to 35 kg each are included.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Berlin to Budapest:
  • Infobus
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • ArdaTur
    • Additional baggage or cargo is accepted for transport if there is free space and for a separate charge.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Berlin to Budapest. The following conditions apply:
  • Infobus
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets may require a separate ticket.
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Berlin to Budapest with the following coach company: FlixBus, Infobus, ArdaTur
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Berlin to Budapest with the following coach company: FlixBus, Infobus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Berlin to Budapest with the following coach company: FlixBus, Infobus, ArdaTur.

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Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Budapest

Berlin
Budapest
The major coach station for departures in Berlin is Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) for your trip from Berlin to Budapest.
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
9 km
carConnection
Car connection
Masurenallee
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
  • Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
  • Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
  • Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
carConnection
Car connection
Hildegard-Knef-Platz
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
  • Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
Berlin, Alexanderplatz
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