4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Budapest
Cheapest price
£109
Average price
£215
Fastest journey
1 d 4 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 7 h 19 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
1449 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Budapest will cost around £215 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £109.
To travel from London to Budapest you need to make at least one change.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £322.
Distance: 1449 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£163 Average Price | £83 Average Price Cheapest | £325 Average Price |
29h 37m Average total duration 29h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 54m Average total duration 27h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.4 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.3 - 8.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Budapest coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 45h05 | 19:35 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 40h05 | 14:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 39h10 | 17:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 33h40 | 17:40 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 35h45 | 19:45 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 33h20 | 17:20 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 43h35 | 05:05 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 33h15 | 18:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 33h30 | 19:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 36h35 | 22:05 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
| (London -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 11:00 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 28h15 | 15:15 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
| (London -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 11:00 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 28h35 | 15:35 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 33h10 | 04:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 34h15 | 06:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Budapest
United Kingdom
Hungary
Buses from London to Budapest run on average 9 times per day, taking around 29h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £89 but you can travel from only £31 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 1449 km distance in 28h 35m.
Distance 1449 km |
Average bus duration 29h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £89 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 28h 35m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from London to BudapestYou can travel by bus between London to Budapest with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from London to Budapest
Flixbus, RegioJet and National Express operate buses from London to Budapest with 6 daily departures starting at just before 5:30 a.m. and continuing until around 11:30 p.m. National Express has two departures a day. One is direct and the other involves a connection at London Victoria Station. Both have a journey time of approximately 28 hours. Flixbus and RegioJet buses take between 25 and 33 hours to complete the journey which includes a transfer in Paris.
What are the departure and arrival points for buses from London to Budapest?
Departure Station:Buses from London to Budapest depart from either Sutton Rail Station or London Victoria Coach Station. Both departure points have car parking, bicycle storage, taxi ranks and access to local bus services. Victoria Coach Station is also on the Victoria, District and Circle lines of the London Underground.
Arrival Station:Buses from London to Budapest arrive at or near Nepliget Bus Station. This is close to the city centre and tourist attractions and offers easy access to the city's Metro and bus network as well as having a taxi rank.
FAQs: London to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Budapest
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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