The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lausanne to Budapest
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
17 h 15 m
Average duration
21 h 6 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
946 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lausanne to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Budapest will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £65.
Of the 4 buses that leave Lausanne 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 946 km distance in an average of 21 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 23 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.
23:5523h15Lausanne23:10Budapest£651One-way0 changes
12:1022h40Lausanne10:50Budapest£651One-way0 changes
20:0521h15Lausanne17:20Budapest£781One-way0 changes
15:5517h15Lausanne9:10Budapest£851One-way0 changes
15:5517h15Lausanne9:10Budapest£851One-way0 changes
20:0521h15Lausanne17:20Budapest£781One-way0 changes
12:1022h40Lausanne10:50Budapest£651One-way0 changes
23:5523h15Lausanne23:10Budapest£651One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Lausanne to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. 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 £49, and a flight costs an average of £30.
Distance: 946 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£70 Average Price Cheapest | £136 Average Price | £150 Average Price |
18h 12m Average total duration 17h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 48m Average total duration 13h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.8 - 5.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lausanne to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Budapest coaches for today, Tuesday 21 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 19h35 | 12:25 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 18h25 | 11:15 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:50 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 17h20 | 10:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:05 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 21h40 | 18:45 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:05 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 21h15 | 18:20 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:05 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 20h55 | 18:00 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lausanne to Budapest
Buses from Lausanne to Budapest run on average 14 times per day, taking around 17h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £30 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 946 km distance in 17h 6m.
Distance 946 km |
Average bus duration 17h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 17h 6m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Lausanne to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Lausanne to Budapest with FlixBus for as low as £30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lausanne to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lausanne 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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