The cheapest and fastest coaches from Düsseldorf to Budapest
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£103
Fastest journey
18 h 40 m
Average duration
18 h 58 m
Buses per day
34
Distance
978 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Düsseldorf to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Budapest will cost around £103 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £81.
Of the 34 buses that leave Düsseldorf 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 978 km distance in an average of 18 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 19 h 15 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 Düsseldorf to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a flight costs an average of £50.
Distance: 978 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£70 Average Price Cheapest | £123 Average Price | £165 Average Price |
19h 10m Average total duration 18h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 40m Average total duration 13h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Düsseldorf to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Budapest coaches for today, Thursday 26 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:38 Düsseldorf Hbf | 22h57 | 14:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:20 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 24h30 | 16:50 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:20 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 21h15 | 14:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:20 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 18h50 | 12:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:20 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 19h05 | 12:25 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
(Amsterdam -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 17:50 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 21h25 | 15:15 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
(Amsterdam -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 17:50 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 21h45 | 15:35 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:35 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 19h35 | 17:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:35 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 19h15 | 16:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:35 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 22h20 | 19:55 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:30 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 20h30 | 19:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:30 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 20h15 | 18:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:59 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 29h36 | 04:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:59 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 21h46 | 20:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:59 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 21h31 | 20:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:30 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 19h25 | 19:55 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:30 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 20h15 | 20:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:15 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 22h20 | 04:35 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:38 Düsseldorf Hbf | 24h02 | 07:40 Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:15 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 23h25 | 07:40 Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:15 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 20h55 | 05:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:15 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 21h10 | 05:25 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:27 Düsseldorf Hbf | 23h38 | 08:05 Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:45 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 21h20 | 06:05 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:45 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 20h55 | 05:40 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:45 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 21h45 | 06:30 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:15 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 26h20 | 11:35 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:38 Düsseldorf Hbf | 22h37 | 10:15 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:38 Düsseldorf Hbf | 22h12 | 09:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:38 Düsseldorf Hbf | 21h52 | 09:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 13:25 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 19h00 | 08:25 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:25 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 20h50 | 10:15 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:25 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 19h50 | 09:15 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 13:25 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 18h40 | 08:05 Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Karat-S to find the best option for your trip from Düsseldorf to Budapest.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Düsseldorf to Budapest
Buses from Düsseldorf to Budapest run on average 22 times per day, taking around 18h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 978 km distance in 17h 47m.
Distance 978 km |
Average bus duration 18h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 17h 47m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Karat-S from Düsseldorf to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Düsseldorf to Budapest with FlixBus, Karat-S for as low as £43. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Düsseldorf to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

- Karat-S
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Karat-S
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- 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.
- Karat-S
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Karat-S
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Karat-S
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Budapest
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km)
- Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 725, 738, 752, 754, 834 Metro: U75, U78, U79 Train: S1, S6, S11
- 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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