The cheapest and fastest coaches from Geneva to Budapest
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£97
Fastest journey
18 h 20 m
Average duration
20 h 30 m
Buses per day
11
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 £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £76.
Of the 11 buses that leave Geneva for Budapest every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 990 km distance in an average of 20 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 22 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, flight and train 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 4h 2m. 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 flight costs an average of £47.
Distance: 990 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
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£78 Average Price Cheapest | £152 Average Price | £147 Average Price |
14h 11m Average total duration 13h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 55m Average total duration 13h 25m 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, Tuesday 10 February. 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 | 11:00 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 19h45 | 06:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 24h35 | 11:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 22h15 | 09:15 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 Genève, Aéroport | 28h35 | 17:00 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 Genève, Aéroport | 28h55 | 17:20 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 14:50 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 18h20 | 09:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 23h45 | 14:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 20h35 | 11:25 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:30 Genève, Aéroport | 31h20 | 22:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:55 Genève, Aéroport | 38h50 | 06:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 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 | 22h50 | 18:20 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:30 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 23h10 | 18:40 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:55 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 23h55 | 22:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:55 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 24h15 | 23:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Geneva to Budapest
Buses from Geneva to Budapest run on average 21 times per day, taking around 13h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £47 by flight.
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 13h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Buses per day 21 |
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 £47. 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.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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
- 06:00-23:30
- 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
- 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
- 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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