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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zakopane to Budapest
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
10 h 48 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zakopane to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zakopane to Budapest will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 4 buses that leave Zakopane for Budapest every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 211 km distance in an average of 10 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 50 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Zakopane to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Zakopane 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 coach which can get you there in 7h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, and a coach costs an average of £21.
Distance: 211 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£32 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 2m Average total duration Fastest 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zakopane to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zakopane to Budapest coaches for today, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:50 Zakopane | 11h05 | 19:55 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:50 Zakopane | 10h45 | 19:35 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 1 change | |
| RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 08:53 Zakopane | 19h52 | 04:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 Zakopane | 11h35 | 23:50 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 Zakopane | 10h35 | 22:50 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 Zakopane | 11h00 | 23:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:20 Zakopane | 8h40 | 05:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:20 Zakopane | 8h15 | 04:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:20 Zakopane | 8h45 | 05:05 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 1 change | |
| Monday 2 March | |||||
| 07:25 Zakopane | 10h51 | 18:16 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 MajerBus to find the best option for your trip from Zakopane to Budapest.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zakopane to Budapest
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Buses from Zakopane to Budapest run on average 15 times per day, taking around 7h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £21 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 211 km distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 211 km |
Average bus duration 7h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, MajerBus from Zakopane to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Zakopane to Budapest with FlixBus, MajerBus for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Zakopane to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zakopane 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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 Zakopane and Budapest
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket 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
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