The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bologna to Budapest
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
12 h 35 m
Average duration
13 h 50 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
682 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bologna to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Budapest will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £55.
Of the 18 buses that leave Bologna for Budapest every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 682 km distance in an average of 13 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 21 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 train, coach and flight for Bologna to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £148.
Distance: 682 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£58 Average Price Cheapest | £149 Average Price | £153 Average Price |
15h 11m Average total duration 14h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 33m Average total duration 16h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Budapest coaches for today, Friday 9 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 17:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h55 | 10:40 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h35 | 07:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h25 | 13:40 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h45 | 14:00 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 01:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h55 | 16:50 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 01:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h21 | 16:16 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h30 | 19:45 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h50 | 17:05 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h15 | 17:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h30 | 18:40 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h10 | 18:20 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 05:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h50 | 20:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 05:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h05 | 21:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h35 | 05:20 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h26 | 04:11 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h35 | 04:20 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h25 | 05:55 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 18h05 | 10:50 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Budapest
Buses from Bologna to Budapest run on average 16 times per day, taking around 14h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 682 km distance in 12h 35m.
Distance 682 km |
Average bus duration 14h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 35m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus from Bologna to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Budapest with FlixBus, Itabus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bologna to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar, located 5.2 miles (8.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Budapest
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
- 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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