The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Budapest
Cheapest price
£108
Average price
£135
Fastest journey
1 d 21 h 27 m
Average duration
2 d 4 h 4 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1785 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Budapest will cost around £135 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £108.
Of the 3 buses that leave Edinburgh for Budapest every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 1785 km distance in an average of 2 d 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 21 h 27 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 d 8 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.






Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Edinburgh to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.8 - 4.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £27, and a coach costs an average of £69.
Distance: 1785 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£146 Average Price | £124 Average Price Cheapest |
46h 53m Average total duration 46h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.8 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 5.4 - 10.7kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Budapest coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:15 Edinburgh | 56h20 | 19:35 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:45 Edinburgh | 44h55 | 17:40 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
![]() | 07:58 Edinburgh | 45h27 | 05:25 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Budapest
Buses from Edinburgh to Budapest run on average 17 times per day, taking around 46h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £69 but you can travel from only £27 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1785 km distance in 40h 55m.
Distance 1785 km |
Average bus duration 46h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 40h 55m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
FAQs: Edinburgh to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Budapest
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 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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