The cheapest and fastest coaches from Timișoara to Budapest
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
256 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Timișoara to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Timișoara to Budapest will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 6 buses that leave Timișoara 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 256 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 30 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 train, coach and flight for Timișoara to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Timișoara to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £289.
Distance: 256 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£37 Average Price | £525 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Timișoara to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Timișoara to Budapest coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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6513524 | 20:00 Timișoara, Strada Bogdan Petriceicu Hasdeu (Stadionul CFR) | 5h30 | 01:30 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
6524472 | 21:30 Timișoara, Strada Bogdan Petriceicu Hasdeu (Stadionul CFR) | 6h30 | 04:00 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus | 06:10 Timişoara, Calea Stan Vidrighin | 6h20 | 12:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 06:10 Timişoara, Calea Stan Vidrighin | 5h25 | 11:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 06:10 Timişoara, Calea Stan Vidrighin | 5h51 | 12:01 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Timișoara to Budapest
Buses from Timișoara to Budapest run on average 56 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 54 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 256 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 256 km |
Average bus duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 56 |
Direct buses 54 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: simplicity, FlixBus, Infobus from Timișoara to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Timișoara to Budapest with simplicity, FlixBus, Infobus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Timișoara to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Timișoara 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.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- simplicity
- All buses have ramps or lifts for wheelchair access, priority seating, and automated stop announcements.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- simplicity
- In the event of a group cancellation, some deposit monies are refundable depending on the refund policies of individual contracted suppliers, and written notice is required no less than 60 days prior to departure for potential refunds.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- simplicity
- One checked bag up to 23 kg (50 lbs) and one carry-on that fits in the overhead compartment or under the seat are generally allowed.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- simplicity
- Additional luggage may be allowed for an extra fee, with specific weight and size restrictions varying by carrier.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- simplicity
- Small pets in enclosed carriers that fit on the lap or under the seat are sometimes allowed, but policies vary greatly by bus company.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Timișoara 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
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