The cheapest and fastest coaches from Paris to Budapest
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£115
Fastest journey
20 h 45 m
Average duration
22 h 9 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
1244 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paris to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Budapest will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £71.
Of the 17 buses that leave Paris for Budapest every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 1244 km distance in an average of 22 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 23 h 40 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, train and flight for Paris to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £58, and a train costs an average of £309.
Distance: 1244 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£97 Average Price Cheapest | £185 Average Price | £330 Average Price |
22h 17m Average total duration 21h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 59m Average total duration 14h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.2 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | 3.7 - 7.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Paris to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Budapest coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. 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 · FlixBus | 10:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 24h50 | 10:50 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 10:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 20h45 | 06:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:40 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 25h50 | 17:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:40 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 25h25 | 17:05 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 20:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 21h40 | 17:40 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 23h45 | 19:45 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 20:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 21h20 | 17:20 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:25 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 25h40 | 22:05 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:35 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 33h55 | 06:30 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 01:40 Paris, Pont de Levallois | 33h10 | 10:50 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 04:55 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 23h40 | 04:35 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:55 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 25h35 | 06:30 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:55 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 24h45 | 05:40 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to Budapest
Buses from Paris to Budapest run on average 16 times per day, taking around 21h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £29 by flight.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1244 km distance in 20h 45m.
Distance 1244 km |
Average bus duration 21h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 20h 45m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus from Paris to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Paris to Budapest with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Paris to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), which is located around 2.6 miles (4.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás, located 3.3 miles (5.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paris and Budapest
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 73, 174, 275 Metro: 1 Train: RER A
- 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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