The cheapest and fastest coaches from Vilnius to Budapest
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
21 h 20 m
Average duration
21 h 33 m
Buses per day
35
Distance
910 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Vilnius to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vilnius to Budapest will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £65.
To travel from Vilnius to Budapest you need to make at least one change.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Vilnius to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Vilnius to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £44, and a flight costs an average of £42.
Distance: 910 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£81 Average Price | £224 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest |
20h 15m Average total duration 19h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 44m Average total duration 31h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.7 - 5.5kg 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
Vilnius to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vilnius to Budapest coaches for today, Thursday 29 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:28 Vilnius | 22h52 | 06:20 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:48 Vilnius | 22h58 | 12:46 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:08 Vilnius | 19h23 | 14:31 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 Vilnius | 19h01 | 14:31 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:55 Vilnius | 25h25 | 22:20 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:05 Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas | 21h50 | 19:55 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:05 Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas | 21h30 | 19:35 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:05 Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas | 25h45 | 23:50 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:05 Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas | 24h45 | 22:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 changes | |
| Friday 30 January | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:45 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 23h50 | 04:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:45 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 24h15 | 05:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:45 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 24h20 | 05:05 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:55 Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas | 24h05 | 05:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:55 Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas | 24h10 | 05:05 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:55 Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas | 23h40 | 04:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vilnius to Budapest
Buses from Vilnius to Budapest run on average 48 times per day, taking around 19h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £42 by flight.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 910 km distance in 18h 46m.
Distance 910 km |
Average bus duration 19h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Buses per day 48 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 18h 46m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Vilnius to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Vilnius to Budapest with FlixBus for as low as £42. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Vilnius to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vilnius 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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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vilnius and Budapest
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Vilnius (in the station)
- Lithuanian Bites (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1G, 2G, 3G, 53
- 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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