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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Erfurt to Budapest

Showing times and prices for 28 Dec

Cheapest price

£58

Average price

£64

Fastest journey

15 h 50 m

Average duration

19 h 1 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

698 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Erfurt to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Erfurt to Budapest will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £58.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave Erfurt for Budapest every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 698 km distance in an average of 19 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 d 5 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.

FlixBus
18:4024h05
Erfurt
18:45Budapest
£581One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
04:5520h15
Erfurt
01:10Budapest
£601One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
02:5515h50
Erfurt
18:45Budapest
£681One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
12:1515h55
Erfurt
04:10Budapest
£691One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Erfurt to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erfurt to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £35.

Distance: 698 km

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Coach
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Train
Flight

£56

Average Price

Cheapest

£107

Average Price

£68

Average Price

14h 12m

Average total duration

13h 42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

10h 3m

Average total duration

9h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 56m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.7 - 1.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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CO2 emissions

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

Ryanair

Most popular airline

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Live departures

Erfurt to Budapest bus times

The table below shows live departures for Erfurt to Budapest coaches for today, Saturday 27 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 00:56
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus02:40 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2
15h05
17:45 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus02:40 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2
14h40
17:20 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus02:40 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2
14h20
17:00 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus03:55 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2
14h50
18:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus03:55 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2
15h05
19:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus03:55 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2
15h50
19:45 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus05:55 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2
14h50
20:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus05:55 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2
14h35
20:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás1 change
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:47 Erfurt Hbf
21h43
06:30 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus08:50 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2
20h15
05:05 Budapest, Mexikói Út M2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus08:50 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2
14h11
23:01 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar1 change
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus11:09 Erfurt Hbf
16h11
03:20 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus13:15 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2
15h55
05:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus13:15 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2
18h05
07:20 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus13:15 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2
14h05
03:20 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar1 change
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus15:09 Erfurt Hbf
14h16
05:25 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar1 change
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain · FlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus15:09 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2
16h21
07:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás2 changes
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus15:09 Erfurt Hbf
14h01
05:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás1 change
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus17:09 Erfurt Hbf
17h41
10:50 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér2 changes
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus17:09 Erfurt Hbf
14h41
07:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar1 change
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus17:09 Erfurt Hbf
14h21
07:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás1 change
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain · FlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus17:09 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2
16h51
10:00 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás2 changes
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus19:09 Erfurt Hbf
18h51
14:00 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér2 changes
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus19:09 Erfurt Hbf
15h11
10:20 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar1 change
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus19:09 Erfurt Hbf
14h51
10:00 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Erfurt to Budapest

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Buses from Erfurt to Budapest run on average 21 times per day, taking around 13h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £25 by flight.

The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 698 km distance in 14h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £25
Distance
698 km
Average bus duration
13h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
£34
Buses per day
21
Fastest bus
14h 40m
First bus
00:25
Last bus
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £25

Bus providers: FlixBus from Erfurt to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Erfurt to Budapest with FlixBus for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
14h 40m
Cheapest Price
£33
FlixBus frequency
22 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Learn more about FlixBus

FAQs: Erfurt to Budapest coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Erfurt 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Erfurt to Budapest can start from as little as £34 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Erfurt to Budapest is £57; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Erfurt to Budapest coach travel time is 13 h 50 min   for the 432 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Erfurt to Budapest leaves at 02: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Erfurt to Budapest leaves at 19: 40.
There are 24 coaches a day from Erfurt to Budapest which require at least one change with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Erfurt to Budapest you can take a coach with FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Budapest from Erfurt on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month for a coach from Erfurt to Budapest is September.
You have options as you can travel between Erfurt and Budapest 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Erfurt to Budapest has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Erfurt to Budapest.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Erfurt to Budapest.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Erfurt to Budapest, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

    • Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Erfurt to Budapest.
    No, luggage for the coach from Erfurt to Budapest needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Erfurt to Budapest.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Erfurt to Budapest.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Erfurt to Budapest.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Erfurt to Budapest.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Erfurt and Budapest

    Erfurt
    Budapest
    The major coach station for departures in Erfurt is Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 for your trip from Erfurt to Budapest.
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    Address
    99084 Erfurt, Germany
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    • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible

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