The cheapest and fastest coaches from Budapest to Zakopane
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
10 h 20 m
Average duration
11 h 30 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Budapest to Zakopane is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Zakopane will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Budapest to Zakopane you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Olomouc) · RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice)
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusTravel Information
Compare coach and train for Budapest to Zakopane
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Zakopane among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 7h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, and a coach costs an average of £21.
Distance: 211 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£33 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 59m Average total duration Fastest 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 41m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Budapest to Zakopane bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Zakopane coaches for today, Tuesday 3 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 14h35 | 12:05 Zakopane | 1 change | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Olomouc) · RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) | 22:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 14h59 | 13:09 Zakopane | 2 changes | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Olomouc) · RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) | 22:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 15h41 | 13:51 Poprad-Tatry | 2 changes | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Olomouc) · RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) | 22:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 15h27 | 13:37 Štrba, Nádraží | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 10h40 | 08:55 Zakopane | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:35 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 10h20 | 08:55 Zakopane | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:59 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 13h06 | 12:05 Zakopane | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 12h40 | 12:05 Zakopane | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 4 March | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:55 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 12h05 | 20:00 Zakopane | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:15 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 11h45 | 20:00 Zakopane | 1 change | |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Budapest to Zakopane by coach or train
Compare coach and train 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.
04 Mar
05 Mar
06 Mar
07 Mar
08 Mar
09 Mar
10 Mar
11 Mar
12 Mar
13 Mar
14 Mar
15 Mar
16 Mar
17 Mar
18 Mar
19 Mar
20 Mar
21 Mar
22 Mar
23 Mar
24 Mar
Why should you book Budapest to Zakopane coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Budapest to Zakopane.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Budapest to Zakopane.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Zakopane
Buses from Budapest to Zakopane run on average 17 times per day, taking around 7h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £20 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 211 km distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 211 km |
Average bus duration 7h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Budapest to ZakopaneYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Zakopane with FlixBus for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
FAQs: Budapest to Zakopane coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Zakopane 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 Zakopane, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Zakopane
- 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
Most popular bus connections from Budapest
More options for your journey from Budapest to Zakopane
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
