The cheapest and fastest coaches from Budapest to Bologna
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
12 h 35 m
Average duration
13 h 36 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
682 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Budapest to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Bologna will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £58.
Of the 14 buses that leave Budapest for Bologna 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 36 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 20 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 and flight for Budapest to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 29m. 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 £32, and a flight costs an average of £18.
Distance: 682 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
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£55 Average Price Cheapest | £120 Average Price |
15h 28m Average total duration 14h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Bologna coaches for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 19h10 | 07:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 17h00 | 05:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:35 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 17h20 | 07:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:10 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 18h25 | 10:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 13h15 | 07:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 22:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 12h35 | 10:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:55 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 18h35 | 18:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 05:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 14h20 | 20:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 19h10 | 01:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:25 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 14h20 | 22:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 14h00 | 22:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 17h30 | 02:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:20 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 20h25 | 05:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 15h45 | 03:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 13h50 | 01:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Bologna
Buses from Budapest to Bologna run on average 16 times per day, taking around 14h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 682 km distance in 12h 35m.
Distance 682 km |
Average bus duration 14h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 35m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Budapest to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Bologna with FlixBus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Budapest to Bologna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Bologna 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 Bologna, 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 Budapest and Bologna
- 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
- 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
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