The cheapest and fastest coaches from Heidelberg to Budapest
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
20 h 30 m
Average duration
21 h 16 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
791 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Heidelberg to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Budapest will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £51.
Of the 4 buses that leave Heidelberg 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 791 km distance in an average of 21 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 22 h 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, train and flight for Heidelberg to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 791 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£57 Average Price Cheapest | £108 Average Price | £99 Average Price |
15h 59m Average total duration 15h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 34m Average total duration 10h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Heidelberg to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Budapest coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:20 Heidelberg | 22h00 | 02:20 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:25 Heidelberg | 21h10 | 10:35 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:20 Heidelberg | 21h25 | 12:45 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:10 Heidelberg | 20h30 | 16:40 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Heidelberg to Budapest by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Heidelberg to Budapest
Buses from Heidelberg to Budapest run on average 18 times per day, taking around 15h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £30 by flight.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 791 km distance in 16h 0m.
Distance 791 km |
Average bus duration 15h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 16h 0m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Karat-S from Heidelberg to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Heidelberg to Budapest with FlixBus, Karat-S for as low as £30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Heidelberg to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar, located 5.2 miles (8.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Heidelberg and Budapest
- 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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