The cheapest and fastest coaches from Geneva to Budapest
Cheapest price
£105
Average price
£128
Fastest journey
19 h 45 m
Average duration
22 h 4 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
990 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Geneva to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Budapest will cost around £128 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £105.
To travel from Geneva to Budapest you need to make at least one change.
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Compare coach, train and flight for Geneva to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 51m. 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 £52, and a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 990 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£88 Average Price Cheapest | £177 Average Price | £180 Average Price |
20h 7m Average total duration 19h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 0m Average total duration 13h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | 3.0 - 5.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Geneva to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Budapest coaches for today, Wednesday 12 November. 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 | 04:30 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 23h41 | 04:11 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:35 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 23h20 | 05:55 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 19h45 | 06:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 22h15 | 09:15 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 23h50 | 10:50 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:05 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 22h40 | 17:45 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:05 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 22h15 | 17:20 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:05 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 21h55 | 17:00 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:30 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 23h10 | 18:40 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:30 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 22h50 | 18:20 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:20 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 22h25 | 20:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:20 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 24h35 | 22:55 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:20 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 23h45 | 22:05 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Geneva to Budapest
Buses from Geneva to Budapest run on average 20 times per day, taking around 19h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £52 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 990 km distance in 18h 6m.
Distance 990 km |
Average bus duration 19h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 18h 6m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Geneva to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Geneva to Budapest with FlixBus for as low as £52. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Geneva to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Geneva, Eaux-Vives, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, located 11.3 miles (18.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Geneva and Budapest
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km)
- Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 5, 10, 19, 25 Train: L1, L2 Tram: 12, 14
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Swiss Bakery (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 25, 61 Train: L1, L2
- 06:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Montreux Jazz Café (in the station)
- La Cuisine (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 10, 23, 28, 57, Y Train: IC, IR, RE
- 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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