The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bern to Budapest
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
16 h
Average duration
18 h 10 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
877 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bern to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Budapest will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £73.
Of the 14 buses that leave Bern for Budapest every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 877 km distance in an average of 18 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h .
The slowest buses will take 19 h 35 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.
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Compare coach, train and flight for Bern to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £61.
Distance: 877 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£69 Average Price | £129 Average Price | £68 Average Price Cheapest |
16h 48m Average total duration 16h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 22m Average total duration 11h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.6 - 5.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bern to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Budapest coaches for today, Sunday 15 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:45 Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 17h00 | 06:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:45 Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 19h30 | 09:15 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:45 Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 21h50 | 11:35 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:10 Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 17h05 | 10:15 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:10 Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 18h15 | 11:25 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 17:10 Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 16h00 | 09:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:25 Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 20h20 | 17:45 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:25 Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 19h35 | 17:00 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:25 Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 19h55 | 17:20 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 01:15 Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 21h35 | 22:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 01:15 Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 19h30 | 20:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 01:15 Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 20h50 | 22:05 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:40 Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 20h10 | 22:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bern to Budapest
Buses from Bern to Budapest run on average 14 times per day, taking around 16h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 877 km distance in 15h 36m.
Distance 877 km |
Average bus duration 16h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 15h 36m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Bern to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Bern to Budapest with FlixBus for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bern to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern 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.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bern and Budapest
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
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