4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Budapest
Cheapest price
£153
Average price
£191
Fastest journey
1 d 6 h 40 m
Average duration
1 d 7 h 43 m
Buses per day
12
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 £191 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £153.
To travel from London to Budapest you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus9:3034h20London, Victoria Coach Station20:50Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér£1531One-way2 changes- FlixBus · FlixBus22:3030h55London, Victoria Coach Station6:25Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£1681One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus22:3030h40London, Victoria Coach Station6:10Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás£1681One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus8:0033h45London, Victoria Coach Station18:45Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér£1691One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:3032h10London, Victoria Coach Station18:40Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£1781One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus22:3030h40London, Victoria Coach Station6:10Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás£1681One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus22:3030h55London, Victoria Coach Station6:25Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£1681One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:3031h50London, Victoria Coach Station18:20Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás£1781One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:3032h10London, Victoria Coach Station18:40Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£1781One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus8:0033h00London, Victoria Coach Station18:00Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás£2061One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare 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 £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 12m. 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 £15, and a coach costs an average of £78.
Distance: 1449 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
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£131 Average Price | £113 Average Price Cheapest |
29h 38m Average total duration 29h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.4 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.3 - 8.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
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, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 33h45 | 18:45 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 33h00 | 18:00 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 32h10 | 18:40 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 31h50 | 18:20 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 34h20 | 20:50 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 31h35 | 5:05 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 34h00 | 7:30 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 35h10 | 8:40 Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 3 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 35h45 | 11:15 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 29h40 | 5:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 33h35 | 9:05 Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 42h20 | 17:50 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 30h40 | 6:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 37h25 | 12:55 Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 2 changes | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from London to Budapest.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Budapest
United Kingdom
Hungary
Buses from London to Budapest run on average 11 times per day, taking around 29h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1449 km distance in 28h 35m.
Distance 1449 km |
Average bus duration 29h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 28h 35m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
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 £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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BlaBlaCar Bus
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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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 London and Budapest
Most London to Budapest buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás. Use this guide to compare London and Budapest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which London station do buses to Budapest leave from?
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station from London city centre
Getting to London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 bus station facilities and services
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
Which Budapest station do buses from London arrive at?
Getting to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar is 5 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Népliget (in the station), Gulyás Tér (0.5 km), Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station), Bistro Budapest (0.5 km), Café Central (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér from Budapest city centre
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